
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Bozeman, MT from $850 (78 Rentals)
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516 S 11th Ave

610 S 13th Ave

The Lookout

316 S 3rd Ave

Comstock

E. E Garfield St

1601 W College St, Unit 2

Haggerty Lane

Westlake Heights
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1909 S Black Ave

8 1/2 E Beall St, Unit 0.5

413 S 20th Ave

504 S 20th Ave

424 N Rouse Ave

One 11 Lofts

Saddleview Apartment Homes

Castlebar Apartments

215 S 15th Ave
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113 S 19th Ave

Total Monthly Price
The Annex of Bozeman

16 Hoffman Dr

4 Hoffman Dr

The Ives

The Kestrel

Revival Apartments

1720 W Olive St

Spanish Peak Apartments

1 Bedroom & 1 Bedroom + Den at UC!
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Haymaker

19th & Graf Apartment Homes

The Cooper Bozeman

Bridge Commons

318-320 N 19th Ave

718 S 7th Ave

Peaks at Ellis View

515 S 11th Ave

405 N 16th Ave, Unit B

Buffalo Run
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Penrose

The Freestone

421 N Rouse Ave

418 W Babcock St

The Cottages

414 W Babcock St, 1, Unit 1

618 S 15th Ave

801 W Villard St

Oakwood Apartments

Two Bedroom Bozeman Apartment
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University, Bozeman, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $1,697 | $1,100 | $2,150 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $850 | $4,650 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,150 | $7,639 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $1,097 | $5,624 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $996 | $2,245 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Bozeman, MT.
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Bozeman, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lookout priced from $1,159. boötes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Bozeman, MT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lookout | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| boötes | 4X4TH | 4BR,4BA | $1,180 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Two Bedroom Bozeman Apartment | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Haggerty Lane | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,481 |
| Cannery Flats | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| H & P 1126 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Silver Creek Apartments | Unit D.3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Annex of Bozeman | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| One 11 Lofts | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, MT
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.71 price per square foot 414 W Babcock St, Unit 1 Model at 414 W Babcock St, Unit 1, Unit 1 in the in the Greek Way neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2/2 Leased Model at Spanish Peak Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Greek Way neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 414 W Babcock St, Unit 1, Unit 1 | 414 W Babcock St, Unit 1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Spanish Peak Apartments | 2/2 Leased | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| boötes | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| H & P 1126 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Nexus Point | Skye | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Bridge Commons | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Arrow Townhomes and Flats | 2BR/2BA - Summit | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Stadium View | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Revival Apartments | Revival on Market | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is The Lookout which is listed at $1,159, while the average apartment in University costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 15 regular apartments in University 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?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $673 which is $1,577 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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