1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (526 Rentals)

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The Clark
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$2,061 - $2,191
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$1,442 - $4,057
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 12

The Clark

4519 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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Quaker Court
$1,832 - $1,987
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$1,699 - $14,776
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 25

Quaker Court

3514 Lancaster AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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The Left Bank
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$2,357 - $2,745
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$2,329 - $5,065
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The Left Bank

3131 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Chestnut Hall
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$1,297 - $1,798
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$1,200 - $1,875
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Chestnut Hall

3900 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Carriage House
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$2,042 - $2,675
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$1,790 - $2,675
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$1,790 - $2,675
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Carriage House

3500 Powelton AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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The Chestnut
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$2,618 - $3,676
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$2,561 - $7,079
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The Chestnut

3720 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Paloma University City
$2,050 - $2,549
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$1,159 - $2,549
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 16

Paloma University City

3600-3630 Lancaster AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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AKA University City
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$2,746 - $3,546
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$2,816 - $6,067
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AKA University City

2929 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Largest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University City area of Philadelphia, PA is found at The Left Bank and is listed at 1,130 square feet priced from $2,780. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Left BankIrving with Den1,130 Sq Ft$2,780
3737 CHESTNUTOne Bedroom Den | 898898 Sq Ft$3,249
The Linden University CityUnit F Duplex885 Sq Ft$2,650
The Ivy4323 One Bedroom825 Sq Ft$1,700
Garden Court TowersT2C5817 Sq Ft$2,295
Locust on the ParkBuckley Premier809 Sq Ft$3,077
The ChestnutC2800 Sq Ft$3,445
AKA University CityOne Bedroom Premium with furniture762 Sq Ft$3,466
Chestnut HallThe Study plus Den750 Sq Ft$1,875
West Lofts Apartments1B Lofts483 Sq Ft$1,445

Cheapest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University City of Philadelphia, PA is the SI Model starting from $800 at Walnut Street. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University City is currently $2,172. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Walnut StreetSI$800
Winchester ApartmentsChester$900
Springline on 36thOne Bedroom$980
1101 N 41st St2F$995
44WestStandard Studio$1,050
Lexington Apartments1 Bedroom$1,085
Campus Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,225
Fairmount NorthB3$1,385
The Felix1 Bed - Layout A$1,385

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University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including University City, Philadelphia, and the greater Philadelphia area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University City is at Walnut Street listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University City Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University City is $2,172.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 1,130 square feet unit starting from $2,780 at The Left Bank.

What is the average size for University City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University City is currently 1,559 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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