
Gated Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (88 Rentals)


The Clark

LVL West

The Hub at 31 Brewerytown

The Felix

The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)

Graduate Pointe
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The Gio

The Linden University City

West Lofts Apartments

Vue32

Eleanor at Walnut

Garden Court Towers

Fairfax Apartments

Arrive University City

Hamilton Court

The Flats at Brewerytown
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Carriage House

ANOVA uCity Square

AKA University City

The Chestnut

Shepherd Lofts

Spruce Square

The Lofts at Brewerytown

3612-3614 Haverford Ave

Ludlow 43

Fairmount North
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Uno on Chestnut

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The Hub on Chestnut Street

The Ivy

2400 Chestnut St

3729 Lancaster Ave

Stonehurst Apartments

The View at Brandywine
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4615 Cedar Ave

Steeple Lofts at University City

3413-3415 Race St

Fitler Commons
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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $1,629 | $775 | $3,196 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $750 | $4,910 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $992 | $6,697 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,159 | $10,000+ |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,035 | $3,880 |
| University City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $1,009 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated University City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in University City?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in University City is at UCity Flats listed at $749.
How much is the average rent for a Gated University City Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in University City is $2,508.
What is the largest Gated University City Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 1,780 square feet unit starting from $1,009 at Hamilton Court.
What is the average size for University City Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in University City is currently at 599 sq ft.
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