Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Anchorage, AK from $800 (18 Rentals)

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5440 E 26th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5440 E 26th Ave

5440 E 26th AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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5210 E 22nd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5210 E 22nd Ave

5210 E 22nd AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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Colonial Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Plaza

5419-5421 E 42nd AveAnchorage, AK 99508

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3500 E 42nd Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

3500 E 42nd Ave

3500 E 42nd AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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3610 E 42nd Cir
1 Bedroom Apartments

3610 E 42nd Cir

3610 E 42nd CirAnchorage, AK 99508
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3430 E 42nd Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3430 E 42nd Ave

3430 E 42nd AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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Tudor East Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tudor East Apartments

6135 E Tudor RdAnchorage, AK 99507
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4235 McLean Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

4235 McLean Pl

4235 McLean PlAnchorage, AK 99504

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2627 Glacier St
Studio Apartments

2627 Glacier St

2627 Glacier StAnchorage, AK 99508
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Campbell Creek Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Campbell Creek Manor

2660 Happy LnAnchorage, AK 99507
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Casablanca Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casablanca Apartments

4318-4320 Checkmate DrAnchorage, AK 99508
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3510 E 42nd Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

3510 E 42nd Ave

3510 E 42nd AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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6200 E 41st Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

6200 E 41st Ct

6200 E 41st CtAnchorage, AK 99504

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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Anchorage, AK is a 1 Bed unit found at Ptarmigan Meadows priced from $1,264. Rancho Tudor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ptarmigan MeadowsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,264
Rancho TudorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,390
Deer ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,410
College View2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,450
The GreenbriarTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,560

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, AK

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.64 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Greenbriar in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,560. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Deer Park starting at $1,410 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The GreenbriarTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
Deer ParkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Rancho TudorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43
Ptarmigan MeadowsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$2.51

Getting Around the University Area Neighborhood in Anchorage, AK

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Area is starting from $1,450 at College View.

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