
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $700 (13 Rentals)
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14500 Sussex Dr

VERVE Orlando

Sandpiper Glen 62+ Apartments

Academy on Eastern Lake FKA Brooke Commons

Current Orlando
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2236 Stonington Ave

10209 N Alafaya Trail

9015 Vickroy Terrace
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4147 Shadow Creek Cir
University, Orlando, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Studio Apartments | $1,797 | $1,415 | $3,280 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,112 | $3,509 |
University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $875 | $3,779 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $965 | $2,812 |
University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,131 | $730 | $1,339 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Neighborhood of Orlando, FL.
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Orlando, FL is a 6 Beds unit found at The Retreat West priced from $899. The Retreat East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,060. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Orlando, FL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Retreat West | 6BR/6.5BA - Belmont | 6BR,6BA | $899 |
The Retreat East | The Sunrise D1 - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1,060 |
Cricket Club Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Sandpiper Glen 62+ Apartments | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1,212 |
University Park Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, FL
As of October 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.63 price per square foot Platinum 4BR 4BA Model at The Quad in the in the The Villages of Camelot neighborhood starting from $949. The second greatest value University apartment is the The Sunrise D1 Alt - 4x4 Model at The Retreat East starting at $1,069 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the University South 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. |
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The Quad | Platinum 4BR 4BA | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
The Retreat East | The Sunrise D1 Alt - 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.74 |
The Retreat West | 3BR/3BA - Fairview | 3BR,3BA | $0.87 |
College Station | 4 Bedroom 4 Bath | 4BR,4BA | $0.69 |
Orion on Orpington | 4x4 Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $0.76 |
Campus Crossings on Alafaya | 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.58 |
Hub Orlando | 3x3 Balcony | 3BR,3BA | $1.08 |
Knights Circle | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Sandpiper Glen 62+ Apartments | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Pointe at Central | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity, Orlando, FL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Orlando, FL
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 $1,630.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Cricket Club Apartments which is listed at $1,087, while the average apartment in University costs $1,759.
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 66 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 $964 which is $795 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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