
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Miami, FL from $900 (53 Rentals)
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3360 SW 24th Ter

3409 S Le Jeune Rd

3299 Bird Ave

3669 Thomas Ave

2957 SW 36th Ct

2185 NW 16th Terrace

6240 SW 21st St

5717 SW 72nd St

6765 SW 19th St
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5725 SW 72nd St

5703 SW 72nd St

5787 SW 72nd St

5855 SW 62nd St

Sunset Square

3676 Oak Ave

6650 Miller Dr

3262 Elizabeth St

3032 New York St

Twenty2 West
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6265 SW 31st St

4037 SW 65th Ave

2660 SW 37th Ave

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Tropical Pool

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3270 West Trade Avenue

6431 SW 64th Ct
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6102 SW 58th St

384 Minorca Ave

3127 Coral Wy

384 Minorca Ave

1321 Asturia Ave

Palm Plaza Apartments

Sunset Club Apartments

Residences at Somi Parc

5715 SW 72nd St

6511 Santona St
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433 Santander Ave

530 Santander Ave

5991 SW 76th St

Griillaire Apartments

Santander

Bermuda Gardens

915 Palermo Ave

Gibson Plaza

Legacy at South Miami

3244 W Trade Ave Apartments
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University, Miami, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $2,469 | $1,200 | $4,102 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $1,450 | $5,599 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,772 | $1,905 | $10,000+ |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,148 | $1,909 | $10,000+ |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,409 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Miami, FL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunset Club Apartments priced from $1,650. Palm Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Miami, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Palm Plaza Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Sunset Square | 1x1 600-700 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Twenty2 West | Sixty3 | Studio,1BA | $1,877 |
| Douglas Cove | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Standard at Coral Gables | Camden 5 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $1,909 |
| Core Link at Douglas | Residence 07 | Studio,1BA | $2,096 |
| SoMi Happy Livin' (Furnished) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Ludlam Point | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $2,153 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, FL
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $2.24 price per square foot 235 Bird Rd Model at 235 Bird Rd, Unit 235 in the in the South Coconut Grove neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value University apartment is the 411 Santander Ave Model at 411 Santander Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Coral Gables neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235 Bird Rd, Unit 235 | 235 Bird Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 411 Santander Ave, Unit 1 | 411 Santander Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 2288 SW 58th Ave | 2288 SW 58th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Valencia South Miami | 2BD, 2BTH B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Gables Grand Plaza Apartments | B1 - Biltmore | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Sunset Square | 2x2 800-900 | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Ludlam Point | Delano | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Douglas Cove | A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Sunset Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Palm Plaza Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $2,153.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Sunset Club Apartments which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in University costs $28,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 290 regular apartments in University 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?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $1,871 which is $26,629 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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