Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (28 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the University City area of Philadelphia as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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The Clark
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$1,321 - $4,904
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$1,321 - $4,904

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The Clark

4519 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19139
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The Hub at 31 Brewerytown
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$1,365 - $2,365Short Term Available
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6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months, 15 Months, 18 Months
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The Hub at 31 Brewerytown

1410 N 31st StPhiladelphia, PA 19121
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Domus
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$2,523 - $3,982Short Term Available
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3 Months, 13 Months
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Domus

3411 Chestnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Vue32
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$1,962 - $3,138Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Vue32

3201 Race StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Ludlow 43
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$1,250 - $3,000Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Ludlow 43

12 S 43rd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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AKA University City
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$2,738 - $6,393
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$2,738 - $6,393

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$2,738 - $6,393
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AKA University City

2929 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4443 Sansom St
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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4443 Sansom St

4443 Sansom StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Westwood
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12 Months
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Westwood

4401-4411 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Shelby Flats
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12 Months
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Shelby Flats

2315 Delancey PlPhiladelphia, PA 19103
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4504 Pine Street
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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4504 Pine Street

4504 Pine StPhiladelphia, PA 19143
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The Axis
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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The Axis

20 S 36th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Powelton Properties
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12 Months
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Powelton Properties

428 N 34th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Drexel Court
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Drexel Court

3514-3516 Spring Garden StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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3847 Haverford Ave
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8 Months, 12 Months
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3847 Haverford Ave

3847 Haverford AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Grey Gables
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12 Months
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Grey Gables

312-314 N 33rd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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El Vista Apartments
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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El Vista Apartments

4532 Osage AvePhiladelphia, PA 19143
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Pine Terrace Apartments
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12 Months
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Pine Terrace Apartments

324 S 45th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4433 Baltimore Ave
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9 Months, 12 Months
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4433 Baltimore Ave

4433 Baltimore AvePhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Osage Manor Apartments
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9 Months, 12 Months
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Osage Manor Apartments

414 S 44th StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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4323 Spruce Street
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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4323 Spruce Street

4323-4331 Spruce StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #32

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in University City?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in University City is at 327 N 40th St listed at $725.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term University City Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in University City is $2,762.

What is the largest Short-term University City Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 1,635 square feet unit starting from $2,523 at Domus.

What is the average size for University City Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in University City is currently at 548 sq ft.

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