
Gated Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (87 Rentals)


The Clark

LVL West

Uno on Chestnut

Domus

The Hub at 31 Brewerytown

The Felix

Graduate Pointe

The Gio

The Linden University City
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Garden Court Towers

Arrive University City

Hamilton Court

The Flats at Brewerytown

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Eleanor at Walnut

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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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The Hub on Chestnut Street

2400 Chestnut St

Haverford Lofts

Stonehurst Apartments

4615 Cedar Ave

The View at Brandywine

Steeple Lofts at University City

3413-3415 Race St
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3729 Lancaster Ave

675 N 39th St

4443 Sansom St

Campus Apartments

4062 Irving St

Locust Point

4034 Walnut St

Fitler Square Apartments
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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 | $1,665 | $725 | $3,791 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $745 | $4,910 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,486 | $1,050 | $6,697 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,159 | $10,000+ |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $1,035 | $3,400 |
| University City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $1,009 | $5,975 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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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 Ludlow 43 listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a Gated University City Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in University City is $2,574.
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 601 sq ft.
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