
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Town Center Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University Town Center area of Irvine.


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University Town Center, Irvine, CA 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 | $3,035 | $2,406 | $4,130 |
| University Town Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,453 | $2,485 | $6,715 |
| University Town Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,516 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
| University Town Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,698 | $3,875 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Town Center Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available University Town Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Town Center area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa Siena Apartment Homes priced from $2,410. Toscana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,414. Here are the most affordable University Town Center apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Siena Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,410 |
| Toscana | Carrara | Studio,1BA | $2,414 |
| Rancho San Joaquin Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,485 |
| San Marino Villa Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Woodbridge Villas Apartment Homes | Plan Two | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
| The Royce | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| Park Place Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,600 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,680 |
| Dartmouth Court Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Turtle Rock Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Town Center, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Town Center area is the $2.93 price per square foot 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $3,845. The second greatest value University Town Center apartment is the Plan 8 Model at Turtle Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $4,670 with a $3.56 price per square foot in the Turtle Rock neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis 2300 Apartments | 22AA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
| Turtle Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| The Carlyle | Residence 1A | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Volar Apartments | Volar 1 - Floor Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Astoria at Central Park West | Santa Barbara | 1BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| San Carlo Villa Apartment Homes | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Turtle Rock Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| San Marino Villa Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Woodbridge Villas Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Town Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Town Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Town Center is at Villa Siena Apartment Homes listed at $2,410.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Town Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Town Center Apartment is $2,485 at Rancho San Joaquin Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Town Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Town Center is starting from $2,895 at Parkwood Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable University Town Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Town Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkwood Apartment Homes and starts from $3,880.
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