
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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Eastern Manor

2321 Highbury Ave, Unit 55

College Manor

Total Monthly Price
4229 Mandalay Dr, Unit rear

2433 Eastern Ave

5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd
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Woodbridge Village Apartments

5023 Cavanagh Rd

3852 1/2 City Terrace Dr

5274-5278 Ithaca Ave

4929 Lynnfield St

2705 W Ramona Rd

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hills Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,000 | $2,252 |
| University Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $2,000 | $2,792 |
| University Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Hills Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 2705 W Ramona Rd priced from $1,500. Woodbridge Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2705 W Ramona Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Woodbridge Village Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Eastern Manor | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| College Manor | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Manhattan Manor LLC | 2BD/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $2.92 price per square foot 3737 Whiteside St Model at 3737 Whiteside St, Unit 3 in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the 2BR/1BTH Model at College Manor starting at $2,045 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3737 Whiteside St, Unit 3 | 3737 Whiteside St | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| College Manor | 2BR/1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 4229 Mandalay Dr, Unit rear | 4229 Mandalay Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1272 Van Pelt Ave, Unit Downstairs | 1272 Van Pelt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Luxe 1801 | 1+1 M 650 Sf. | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 3911 Woolwine Dr, Unit Unit B | 3911 Woolwine Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Woodbridge Village Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Eastern Manor | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 2705 W Ramona Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.69 |
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Best Local Schools in University Hills, Los Angeles, CA
City Terrace Elementary
Woodrow Wilson Senior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hills?
The cheapest apartment in University Hills is Woodbridge Village Apartments which is listed at $1,625, while the average apartment in University Hills costs $3,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hills?
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 3 regular apartments in University Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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