Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Anchorage, AK from $800 (5 Rentals)
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5439 E 32nd Ave
University Area, Anchorage, AK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Area Studio Apartments | $1,179 | $925 | $1,285 |
University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $1,075 | $2,370 |
University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,175 | $2,300 |
University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $2,295 | $2,660 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Area Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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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 Studio unit found at Panoramic View priced from $925. College View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Panoramic View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
College View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,120 |
The Greenbriar | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, AK
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $2.15 price per square foot 3 bed singlewide Model at Four Seasons in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 5657 Gate Keeper Ave Model at 5657 Gate Keeper Ave, Unit Duplex starting at $1,850 with a $1.95 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Four Seasons | 3 bed singlewide | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
5657 Gate Keeper Ave, Unit Duplex | 5657 Gate Keeper Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
5521 E 38th Ct, Unit 1 | 5521 E 38th Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Hampstead Heath | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Panoramic View | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
Alpine | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
The Greenbriar | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
College View | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.81 |
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Area is under $1,949.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?
The cheapest apartment in University Area is Panoramic View which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in University Area costs $2,497.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in University Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University Area?
Cheap apartments in University Area have an average cost of $175 which is $2,322 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Area.
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