Luxury Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (123 Rentals)

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The most luxurious Apartments in the University City area of Philadelphia with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

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The Clark
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$1,442 - $3,334
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The Clark

4519 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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Quaker Court
$1,699 - $14,274
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Quaker Court

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

3131 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Carriage House
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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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$2,561 - $7,079
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The Chestnut

3720 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Locust on the Park
$2,117 - $3,824
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Locust on the Park

201 S 25th StPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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Paloma University City
$1,159 - $2,549
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$1,159 - $2,549
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Paloma University City

3600-3630 Lancaster AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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AKA University City
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$2,866 - $6,067
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$2,866 - $6,067
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AKA University City

2929 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4004 Baltimore Ave
$4,300 - $5,100
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4004 Baltimore Ave

4004 Baltimore AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104

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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, Philadelphia, PA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has a reputation as one of the best higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Frequently Asked Questions about University City

How much are Studio apartments in University City?

There are currently 450 Studio Apartments in University City with rent ranges from $800 to $2,991 with an average price of $1,611.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University City ranges from $600 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,170.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University City range from $995 to $5,290. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,703.

How expensive are University City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 221 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $800 to $8,425 - averaging $2,200 for the location.

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