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property at 729 N 43rd St

729 N 43rd St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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929 N 40th St

PhiladelphiaPA19104
property at 4087 Lancaster Ave

4087 Lancaster Ave

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property at 918 N 48th St

918 N 48th St

PhiladelphiaPA19131
property at 3962 Parrish St

3962 Parrish St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $680. Winchester Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$680
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
Chester Lynne Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$890
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
4107 Chester0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$975
University City AssociatesStudioStudio,1BA$985
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$992
Chestnut HallThe BoathouseStudio,1BA$1,005
Chester PlazastudioStudio,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, PA

As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.11 price per square foot 529 N 35th St Model at 529 N 35th St, Unit 1 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3839 Hamilton St Model at 3839 Hamilton St, Unit 3 starting at $2,000 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
529 N 35th St, Unit 1529 N 35th St4BR,2.5BA$1.11
3839 Hamilton St, Unit 33839 Hamilton St4BR,2BA$1.25
731 N 35th Street TownhomesNOC33BR,3BA$1.57
Campus Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.36
1720 Memorial Ave, Unit Three1720 Memorial Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$0.99
721 N 40th St, Unit 2721 N 40th St2BR,2BA$1.74
3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor - B23864 W Girard Ave1BR,1BA$0.97
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)2 x 2 Standard2BR,3BA$1.51
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.79

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #30

Among cities in Pennsylvania for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Philadelphia. 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, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?

The cheapest apartment in University City is Student Housing - Newly Renovated which is listed at $680, while the average apartment in University City costs $8,290.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?

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 185 regular apartments in University City 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 City?

Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $821 which is $7,469 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Philadelphia

Written by: Richard Corrigan

There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!