Cheap Homes for Rent in the Universal Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $1,000 (105 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Universal area of Orlando.

property at 5105 City St

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5105 City St, Unit 832

5105 City St
OrlandoFL32839
property at 4010 Dolomite St

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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4010 Dolomite St, Unit A-6

4010 Dolomite St
OrlandoFL32839

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property at 5152 Conroy Rd

$1,250 - $1,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5152 Conroy Rd

OrlandoFL32811
property at 2342 Huntington Green Ct

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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2342 Huntington Green Ct, Unit 2

2342 Huntington Green Ct
OrlandoFL32839
property at 5012 Downing St

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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5012 Downing St, Unit 10

5012 Downing St
OrlandoFL32839

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property at 5124 Conroy Rd

$1,350 - $1,700

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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5124 Conroy Rd

OrlandoFL32811
property at 3707 Conroy Rd

$1,350 - $1,800

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3707 Conroy Rd

OrlandoFL32839

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property at 5226 Via Hacienda Cir

$1,400

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$1,400

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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5226 Via Hacienda Cir, Unit A313

5226 Via Hacienda Cir
OrlandoFL32839
property at 2929 W Oak Ridge Rd

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2929 W Oak Ridge Rd, Unit F - 3

2929 W Oak Ridge Rd
OrlandoFL32809
property at 4708 Walden Cir

$1,425

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$1,425

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$1,425

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 2

4708 Walden Cir, Unit 1826

4708 Walden Cir
OrlandoFL32811

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property at 5475 Vineland Rd

$1,450 - $1,890

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5475 Vineland Rd

OrlandoFL32811
property at 7601 Canada Ave

$1,450 - $1,500

1 Bedroom Rentals

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7601 Canada Ave

OrlandoFL32819
property at 3924 Crayrich Cir

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3924 Crayrich Cir

OrlandoFL32839
property at 5755 Peregrine Ave

$1,500

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5755 Peregrine Ave
OrlandoFL32819

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Cheapest Available Universal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Universal area of Orlando, FL is a Studio unit found at Green Gables priced from $922. Riva has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Universal apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Green GablesStudioStudio,1BA$922
RivaCatamaranStudio,1BA$999
Casienna Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$999
Studio ParcThe Conroy1BR,1BA$1,049
AmalfiSiesta Key1BR,1BA$1,049
Royal Palms1x11BR,1BA$1,058
Fusion OrlandoDouble StudioStudio,1BA$1,099
PortofinoVerde1BR,1BA$1,099
Hidden LakeBrantley1BR,1BA$1,115
The Grove at MilleniaS1 StandardStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Universal, FL

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Universal area is the $1.59 price per square foot Newcastle with Solarium Model at Manor Row in the in the Millenia neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Universal apartment is the Sadona Model at The Seasons starting at $1,550 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Millenia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Universal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Manor RowNewcastle with Solarium2BR,2BA$1.59
The SeasonsSadona2BR,2BA$1.28
Fountains at Millenia ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.48
Halston Park CentralB12BR,2BA$1.48
Bella CapriMonte Capello3BR,2BA$1.68
Acclaim at Conroy2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.48
Bella CasaMillenia2BR,1.5BA$1.29
Coconut PalmsAlafia River2BR,1BA$1.41
The PinesTorrey Pine1BR,1BA$1.62
Royal Palms1x11BR,1BA$1.65

Frequently Asked Questions about Universal

What type of rentals are currently available in Universal?

There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Universal, FL with pricing that ranges from $922 to $25,639. There are also 225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Universal ranging from $1,080 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Universal?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Universal ranges from $1,080 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,652.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Universal?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Universal range from $1,479 to $9,309, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,545 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,899.

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