
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Las Vegas, NV from $300 (249 Rentals)
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Solmere Las Vegas

4600 University Center Dr, Unit 188, Unit 188

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University District, Las Vegas, NV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $1,112 | $590 | $3,063 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $329 | $10,000+ |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $900 | $4,276 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $959 | $5,593 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $858 | $2,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 249 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Las Vegas, NV.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Las Vegas, NV is a 1 Bed unit found at The Rita Suites priced from $329. Viva Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $525. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Las Vegas, NV:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rita Suites | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $329 |
| Viva Apartments | Studio with Shared Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $525 |
| Courtyard 525 Apartments | Sierra Park | Studio,1BA | $595 |
| Quail Ridge | Studio Quad | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Harmon 370 | 1 Bedroom Partial Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
| Camino 2575 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Liberty Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Bolero Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $758 |
| Villas at Desert Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $770 |
| Evoq Apartment Homes | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, NV
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.34 price per square foot 506 McKellar Cir Model at 506 McKellar Cir, Unit 4 in the in the South Las Vegas neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 3371 Brussels St Model at 3371 Brussels St, Unit 2 starting at $1,250 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the South Las Vegas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 506 McKellar Cir, Unit 4 | 506 McKellar Cir | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 3371 Brussels St, Unit 2 | 3371 Brussels St | 2BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| Indigo on Sunset | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Camino 1107 | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Point on Flamingo | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| 4314 Flagship Ct, Unit Flagship CT | 4314 Flagship Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Ashton Park Apartments | Model 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The MARQ at 1600 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Camino 2556 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Rita Suites | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $775.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is The Rita Suites which is listed at $329, while the average apartment in University District costs $2,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 128 regular apartments in University District 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 District?
Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $326 which is $1,724 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
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