
Studio Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA (433 Rentals)


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The Clark

Avira

Uno on Chestnut

The Hub at 31 Brewerytown

Garden Court Towers

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Evo at Cira Centre South

The Felix

LVL West

Luna on Pine
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Arrive University City

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Quaker Court

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The Left Bank

West Lofts Apartments

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Chestnut Hall

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Carriage House

ANOVA uCity Square
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The Chestnut

Campus Apartments

The Hub on Chestnut Street

3939 Chestnut Street

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Locust on the Park

University City Associates

Shepherd Lofts

Lexington Apartments

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The Accolade on Chestnut

Ludlow 43
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3511 Baring St

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Campus Apartments

2400 Chestnut St

4615 Cedar Ave

4031 Spruce St

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4101 Baltimore Ave, Unit B4

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4321 Pine St

3439 Lancaster Ave, Unit 24

3439 Lancaster Ave, Unit 21
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4219 W Girard Ave, Unit C

531 Budd St

535 Budd St

2601 Pennsylvania Ave

2528 Christian St

614 Pallas St

939 Belmont Ave

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4138 W Girard Ave

Riverpark
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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 | $1,612 | $800 | $2,979 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $550 | $4,910 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $995 | $5,573 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $999 | $6,174 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $700 | $4,400 |
| University City 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,316 | $2,500 | $3,950 |
| University City 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,797 | $4,495 | $5,100 |
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There are currently 433 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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Largest Available University City Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the University City area of Philadelphia, PA is found at Quaker Court and is listed at 620 square feet priced from $1,822. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quaker Court | olqe10c2 | 0 Bed | 1 Bath | 620 Sq Ft | $1,822 |
| Carriage House | S14 | 610 Sq Ft | $1,878 |
| The Left Bank | Wheeler | 608 Sq Ft | $2,329 |
| Evo at Cira Centre South | Studio EX B - F 2-7 | 563 Sq Ft | $1,763 |
| Garden Court Towers | T2A6 | 525 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| West Lofts Apartments | Studio Lofts | 520 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| The Chestnut | A2 | 520 Sq Ft | $2,540 |
| Springline on 36th | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $895 |
| Luna on Pine | 0BR/1.0BA | 491 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| The Ivy | 4311 Studio A | 470 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Cheapest Available University City Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit University City of Philadelphia, PA is the Montgomery Model starting from $850 at Winchester Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in University City is currently $1,612. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Apartments | Montgomery | $850 |
| Springline on 36th | Studio | $895 |
| Fairfax Apartments | Studio | Classic JR | $1,080 |
| West Lofts Apartments | Studio Lofts | $1,100 |
| The Ivy | 4311 Studio B | $1,195 |
| 3511 Baring St | Studio | $1,200 |
| Steeple Lofts at University City | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,200 |
| Chestnut Hall | The Collegiate | $1,232 |
| The Hub on Chestnut Street | Studio 1 Bath | $1,270 |
| Shepherd Lofts | B103 | $1,290 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio University City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in University City is at Winchester Apartments listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio University City Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in University City is $1,612.
What is the largest available Studio University City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 620 square feet unit starting from $1,822 at Quaker Court.
What is the average size for University City Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in University City is currently 405 sq ft.
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