
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Town Center Neighborhood of Hyattsville, MD from $1,090 (38 Rentals)
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Plaza Towers

4112 Queensbury Rd, Unit 3

Courtyard Park

3450 Toledo Terrace

Palette at Arts District

3300 East-West Hwy, Unit 507
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3310 Rutgers St

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3350 At Alterra

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The Highline

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The Six

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The Plaza Apartments

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5705 36th Ave, Unit #1

3418 Chester Aly

3801 Oglethorpe St

Mode at Hyattsville

North Pointe

Oliver Gardens

Highview Terrace

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4200 Queensbury Rd

42nd Flats

5705 45th Ave

Hamilton Manor

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Dean Manor Apartments

4102 Queensbury Rd

5806 42nd Avenue

The Devon
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4111 Nicholson St

4206 Knox Rd
University Town Center, Hyattsville, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Town Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Town Center Studio Apartments | $1,814 | $1,253 | $2,324 |
| University Town Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $1,229 | $2,819 |
| University Town Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,174 | $2,989 |
| University Town Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,349 | $4,134 |
| University Town Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $1,324 | $1,670 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Town Center Neighborhood of Hyattsville, MD.
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Cheapest Available University Town Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Town Center area of Washington, MD is a 1 Bed unit found at North Pointe priced from $1,200. Belcrest Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here are the most affordable University Town Center apartments for rent in Washington, MD:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pointe | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Belcrest Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,215 |
| Kirkwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,288 |
| University City Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,369 |
| Plaza Towers | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,381 |
| Mode at Hyattsville | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,390 |
| Courtyard Park | Rose | 1BR, 1BA | $1,475 |
| Highview Terrace | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,509 |
| Palette at Arts District | Soyer | Studio, 1BA | $1,630 |
| The Edition | Faulkner - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Town Center, MD
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Town Center area is the $1.09 price per square foot D3 Model at Terrapin Row in the College Park neighborhood starting from $1,369. The second greatest value University Town Center apartment is the 4x2 Lite Model at Hub College Park in the College Park neighborhood starting at $1,199 with a $1.16 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Town Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrapin Row | D3 | 4BR, 4BA | $1.09 |
| Hub College Park | 4x2 Lite | 2BR, 2BA | $1.16 |
| North Pointe | 3Bed 1Bath | 3BR, 1BA | $2.25 |
| The Plaza Apartments | Cordoba | 2BR, 1BA | $2.10 |
| Highview Terrace | 1Bedroom 1Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.99 |
| Plaza Towers | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.35 |
| University City Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.36 |
| Mode at Hyattsville | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1.91 |
| Kirkwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.34 |
| Belcrest Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Town Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Town Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Town Center is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Town Center?
The cheapest apartment in University Town Center is North Pointe which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in University Town Center costs $1,872.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Town Center?
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 99 regular apartments in University Town Center 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 Town Center?
Cheap apartments in University Town Center have an average cost of $1,141 which is $731 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Town Center.
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