Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,400 (25 Rentals)

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5023 Cavanagh Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5023 Cavanagh Rd

5023 Cavanagh RdLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4929 Lynnfield St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4929 Lynnfield St

4929 Lynnfield StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4780 Templeton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4780 Templeton St

4780 Templeton StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2344 Vandalia Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2344 Vandalia Ave

2344 Vandalia AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2918 N Eastern Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2918 N Eastern Ave

2918 N Eastern AveLos Angeles, CA 90032

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5126 Martin St
Studio Apartments

5126 Martin St

5126 Martin StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4957 Gambier St
Studio Apartments

4957 Gambier St

4957 Gambier StLos Angeles, CA 90032
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3125 Vaquero Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3125 Vaquero Ave

3125 Vaquero AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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5162 Ithaca Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

5162 Ithaca Ave

5162 Ithaca AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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4116 City Terrace Dr
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4116 City Terrace Dr

4116 City Terrace DrLos Angeles, CA 90063
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Mi Primera Casa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mi Primera Casa

4601 Valley BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2433 Eastern Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2433 Eastern Ave

2433 Eastern AveLos Angeles, CA 90032
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2804 W Ramona Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2804 W Ramona Rd

2804 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803

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Ramona Garden Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ramona Garden Apartments

3104-3208 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803
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3111 W Ramona Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3111 W Ramona Rd

3111 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803

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3101 W Ramona Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3101 W Ramona Rd

3101 W Ramona RdAlhambra, CA 91803

University Hills, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd priced from $1,581. Woodbridge Village Apartments - 1900 N. MARIANNA AVE. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5030/ 5034 Valley BlvdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,581
Woodbridge Village Apartments - 1900 N. MARIANNA AVE.1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,595
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$1,675
Luxe 18011+1 L 700 Sf.1BR,1BA$2,252

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, CA

As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $2.98 price per square foot 5039 Alhambra Ave Model at 5039 Alhambra Ave, Unit B in the in the Northeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the 2929 Okell Dr Model at 2929 Okell Dr, Unit 2929 starting at $2,800 with a $3.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5039 Alhambra Ave, Unit B5039 Alhambra Ave3BR,1BA$2.98
2929 Okell Dr, Unit 29292929 Okell Dr2BR,1.5BA$3.29
Luxe 18011+1 L 700 Sf.1BR,1BA$3.22
1854 Garvey Ave, Unit 1854 Garvey Ave1854 Garvey Ave1BR,1BA$3.07
Woodbridge Village Apartments - 1900 N. MARIANNA AVE.1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.95
Eastern ManorOne bedroom One bath1BR,1BA$3.38
2055 Barnett Way, Unit Barnett Way - ADU2055 Barnett WayStudio ,1BA$4.09
5030/ 5034 Valley BlvdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.52

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hills Apartment is $1,581 at 5030/ 5034 Valley Blvd.

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