Cheap Homes for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA from $600 (71 Rentals)

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property at 1333 S 49th St

$1,000 - $1,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1333 S 49th St

PhiladelphiaPA19143
property at 3626 Powelton Ave

$1,150 - $1,425

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$1,150 - $1,425
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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Nov 30

3626 Powelton Ave

PhiladelphiaPA19104
property at 4043 Spring Garden St

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4043 Spring Garden St, Unit 2F

4043 Spring Garden St
PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 505 N. 40th street

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

505 N. 40th street, Unit Apt 2

505 N. 40th street
PhiladelphiaPA19104
property at 427 N Preston St

$1,250

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$1,250
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$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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427 N Preston St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 2307 Christian Street

$1,350

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$1,350
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2307 Christian Street, Unit 2

2307 Christian Street
PhiladelphiaPA19146
property at 4428 Chestnut St

$1,350

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$1,350
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4428 Chestnut St

PhiladelphiaPA19104

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property at 4523 Parrish St

$1,425

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$1,425
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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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4523 Parrish St

PhiladelphiaPA19139

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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 3 Beds unit found at Student Housing - Newly Renovated priced from $695. Winchester Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Philadelphia, PA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Student Housing - Newly Renovated3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$695
Winchester ApartmentsMontgomeryStudio,1BA$850
Springline on 36thStudioStudio,1BA$895
University City AssociatesStudioStudio,1BA$955
Lexington ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,010
44WestStandard Studio1BR,1BA$1,050
Campus ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Fairfax ApartmentsStudio | Classic JRStudio,1BA$1,100
The Ivy4311 Studio BStudio,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, PA

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.22 price per square foot NOC5 Model at 731 N 35th Street Townhomes in the in the Belmont neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 3830 Baring St starting at $1,695 with a $0.84 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.
731 N 35th Street TownhomesNOC53BR,3BA$1.22
3830 Baring St2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.84
516 N Preston St, Unit A516 N Preston St4BR,2BA$1.15
529 N 35th St, Unit 1529 N 35th St4BR,2.5BA$1.11
3839 Hamilton St, Unit 33839 Hamilton St4BR,2BA$1.25
The Lofts at Brewerytown2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.38
1257 N Newkirk St2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.52
Walnut Street2B02BR,2BA$1.42
4156 Leidy Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.44
4202 Chestnut St, Unit 24202 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$1.53

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 1043 Apartments for Rent in University City, PA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $9,000. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $650 to $23,500.

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 $23,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,932.

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 $849 to $5,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $795.

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