Cheap Homes for Rent in University Park Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)

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University Park, Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Sofi Irvine priced from $2,336. San Mateo Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,525. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sofi IrvineStudioStudio,1BA$2,336
San Mateo Apartment HomesPlan BStudio,1BA$2,525
WoodbridgeWoodbridge Plan 1A1BR,1BA$2,535

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, CA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $2.69 price per square foot Plan K Model at Santa Rosa Apartment Homes in the in the Walnut Village neighborhood starting from $4,155. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the Plan 3 Model at San Paulo Apartment Homes starting at $4,195 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Walnut Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Santa Rosa Apartment HomesPlan K3BR,2.5BA$2.69
San Paulo Apartment HomesPlan 33BR,2.5BA$3.01
Sonoma Apartment HomesPlan F3BR,2BA$3.14
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 52BR,2BA$3.26
Brittany Apartment HomesPlan 61BR,1BA$3.33
San Carlo Villa Apartment HomesPlan B2BR,2BA$3.41
Cross Creek ApartmentsPlan 12BR,2BA$3.33
Woodbridge Willows Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.26
Rancho San Joaquin Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.39
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$3.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Park, Irvine, CA

Ranked #8

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Park

What type of rentals are currently available in University Park?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in University Park, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,409 to $8,165. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Park ranging from $1,500 to $7,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Park ranges from $1,500 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,876.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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