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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
University Studio Apartments | $1,278 | $749 | $1,700 |
| University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $800 | $4,320 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $699 | $6,578 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $815 | $4,645 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,505 | $1,294 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $924.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Council Crest Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in University costs $1,541.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $391 which is $1,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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