Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Area Anchorage, AK from $800 (4 Rentals)

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Casablanca Apartments
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Casablanca Apartments

4318-4320 Checkmate DrAnchorage, AK 99508
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5440 E 26th Ave
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5440 E 26th Ave

5440 E 26th AveAnchorage, AK 99508
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, AK

As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Beds Model at Stephens Park in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the Stirling Model at The Highlands Luxury Residences starting at $2,875 with a $2.58 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.
Stephens Park3 Beds3BR,2BA$1.57
The Highlands Luxury ResidencesStirling2BR,2BA$2.58
Four Seasons2 bedroom singlewide2BR,2BA$1.95
5657 Gate Keeper Ave, Unit Duplex5657 Gate Keeper Ave2BR,1BA$1.95
Hampstead Heath2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.61
Panoramic ViewStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06
AlpineStudioStudio ,1BA$2.85
The GreenbriarStudioStudio ,1BA$2.90
College ViewStudioStudio ,1BA$3.74

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 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 $2,005.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?

The cheapest apartment in University Area is Panoramic View which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in University Area costs $1,875.

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 4 regular apartments in University Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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