
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Fayetteville, AR from $495 (208 Rentals)
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661 N Leverett Ave, Unit 17

Chestnut Apartments

Aspen Heights Fayetteville

Pierce Properties

Sweetser Properties

311 Ally

85 W 15th St

199 W Lafayette St

1650 N Sang Ave
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1390 W Wedington Dr

Cornerstone I/II

Molly Court

635 Whitham Ave

6051 N Betty Jo Dr

Southern View I/II

Ruby on the Creek Apartments

632 Whitham Ave

Sofay Lofts

920 N Leverett Ave
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2335 W Hatfield St

Leverett Gardens

Porter Place Townhomes

Wedington Place Senior Apartments

55+ Mariner Pointe

645 W Dickson St

625 W Dickson St

The Links at Fayetteville

Sycamore Apartments

1855 W Deane St
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851 W Piedmont Pl

1770 N Gregg Ave

1774 N Gregg Ave

The Greens at Fayetteville

Garden Park Apartments

The Avenue

Leverett Flats

Arbor Vine Apartments

1241 Oakland Ave

884 W Holly St
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Washington Plaza Apartments

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Greenleaf Townhomes

Bacardi on the Hill

Fayetteville Flats

Morningside Apartments

2310-2310 N Raven Ln

Urban Loft Co Fayetteville

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Razz on Berry

The Fairways at Fayetteville

938 W Cleveland St
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University Heights, Fayetteville, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights Studio Apartments | $1,230 | $650 | $1,700 |
| University Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $650 | $4,650 |
| University Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,481 | $720 | $5,454 |
| University Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| University Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $499 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Fayetteville, AR is a Studio unit found at 730 N Leverett Ave priced from $625. Aspen Heights Fayetteville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Fayetteville, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 730 N Leverett Ave | Studio / 1 Bath - 325 Sq. Ft. | Studio, 1BA | $625 |
| Aspen Heights Fayetteville | 4 Bedroom - Boulder A | 4BR, 4BA | $725 |
| Cherylynn Townhouses | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Sweetser Properties | Redbud, Gold Leaf, University, Noble Oaks 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| University Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Chestnut Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Red Bud Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Cambridge Place | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Oakwood Place | Oakwood - 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, AR
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.91 price per square foot 4/3 Unfurnished Townhome Model at The Row @ Arkansas in the Fayetteville Center neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the Cloverhurst B - 4x4.5 Model at The Retreat at Fayetteville in the Heritage East neighborhood starting at $1,070 with a $0.55 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Row @ Arkansas | 4/3 Unfurnished Townhome | 4BR, 3BA | $0.91 |
| The Retreat at Fayetteville | Cloverhurst B - 4x4.5 | 4BR, 4.5BA | $0.55 |
| 4076 W Santa Maria Ln, Unit Charming 3 Bed 3.5 Bath T | 4076 W Santa Maria Ln | 3BR, 3.5BA | $1.03 |
| The Landing Fayetteville | B1 UP - 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $0.62 |
| Champions Club | Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $0.67 |
| Pleasant Woods Townhomes | Pleasant Woods Town Homes | 2BR, 2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Mitchell Yards | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2.5BA | $0.96 |
| The Vue on Stadium Drive Fayetteville | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR, 2BA | $0.87 |
| Greenleaf Townhomes | Betty Jo Renovated Unit | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Alight Fayetteville | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR, 2BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Heights is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights?
The cheapest apartment in University Heights is Chestnut Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in University Heights costs $1,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights?
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 245 regular apartments in University Heights 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 Heights?
Cheap apartments in University Heights have an average cost of $686 which is $579 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights.
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