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property at 3739 Lancaster Ave

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4745 Walnut St

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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. Sherwood Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. 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
Sherwood Court0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$805
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
University Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$955
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$992
Hamilton Court4 BR E24BR,2BA$999
Chester PlazastudioStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, PA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.03 price per square foot 4049 Powelton Ave Model at 4049 Powelton Ave, Unit B in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 4815 Fairmount Ave Model at 4815 Fairmount Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.95 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.
4049 Powelton Ave, Unit B4049 Powelton Ave4BR,1.5BA$1.03
4815 Fairmount Ave, Unit 24815 Fairmount Ave3BR,2BA$0.95
601 N 34th St, Unit 4601 N 34th St3BR,3BA$1.37
The Lofts at Brewerytown2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.97
731 N 35th Street TownhomesNOC23BR,3BA$1.45
Storehouse Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.31
Mantua Preservation ProjectMantua Preservation Project2BR,1BA$0.99
1722 Marlton Ave, Unit 21722 Marlton Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
3864 W Girard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor B13864 W Girard Ave1BR,1BA$0.88
Mt Vernon Manor Phase IIMt. Vernon II2BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 1114 Apartments for Rent in University City, PA with pricing that ranges from $550 to $10,729. There are also 282 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $650 to $5,399.

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 $5,399 with an average monthly rent of $2,863.

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 $1,199 to $9,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $5,399. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,380 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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