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University City, Philadelphia, PA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of Philadelphia, PA is a 1 Bed unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $680. Spruce Hall has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$680
Spruce HallEfficiencyStudio,1BA$800
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
Sherwood Court0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$855
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
The Carano Building1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$955
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$992
University City AssociatesStudioStudio,1BA$995
Chester PlazastudioStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, PA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.32 price per square foot 4239 Haverford Ave Model at 4239 Haverford Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3 BR 1 BA Model at 4420 Chestnut St starting at $1,800 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Belmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4239 Haverford Ave, Unit 24239 Haverford Ave4BR,3BA$1.32
4420 Chestnut St3 BR 1 BA3BR,1BA$1.13
The Lofts at Brewerytown2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.19
4116 Spruce St, Unit #1R4116 Spruce St3BR,2BA$1.50
626 N 37th St, Unit 2626 N 37th St3BR,1.5BA$1.36
Hamilton Court2 BR K32BR,1BA$1.09
The Apartments at BrewerytownTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.37
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$0.99
The Eleanor at Chestnut (Per Bedroom Lease)2 x 2 Standard2BR,3BA$1.51
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$1.39

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University City, Philadelphia, PA

Ranked #20

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 1029 Apartments for Rent in University City, PA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $8,290. There are also 303 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $650 to $24,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $650 to $24,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,381.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University City range from $999 to $4,888, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,111 to $4,506. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,195.

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