Cheap Homes for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $600 (61 Rentals)

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property at 161 S 1100 E

$700

6 Bedroom, 3 Bath Rentals

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161 S 1100 E

Salt Lake CityUT84102

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property at 427 E 1st Ave

$950

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 10

427 E 1st Ave

Salt Lake CityUT84103

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property at 903 E Laird Ave

$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 15

903 E Laird Ave, Unit 903

903 E Laird Ave
Salt Lake CityUT84105

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University, Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Salt Lake City, UT is a 1 Bed unit found at 1162 E 400 S priced from $599. Bigelow Chapman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1162 E 400 S1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$599
Bigelow Chapman ApartmentsB0 - Studio - LIH - BigelowStudio,1BA$795
1427 Federal Way1427 Federal Way1BR,1BA$800
Breelynn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$835
Ben AlbertStudioStudio,1BA$899
Council Crest ApartmentsStudio (726-03)Studio,1BA$899
555 S 800 E1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$900
Seven65 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$999
525 S. 1200 E.525 S. 1200 E. - 81BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, UT

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1162 E 400 S in the in the Downtown Salt Lake City neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Sunset View Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Downtown Salt Lake City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1162 E 400 S2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.45
Sunset View Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.30
A - 956 East 600 South956 East 600 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84102 - 11BR,1BA$1.08
Palisades Apartments2x1-R2BR,1BA$1.59
995 - 1009 South 400 East, SLC, UT 84111995 - 1009 South 400 East, SLC, UT 84111 - 10051BR,1BA$1.24
615 E 700 S2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.57
356 S 1200 E1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.62
555 S 800 E1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.29
525 S. 1200 E.525 S. 1200 E. - 81BR,1BA$1.43
Ruby Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.60

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University, Salt Lake City, UT

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 615 Apartments for Rent in University, UT with pricing that ranges from $599 to $16,865. There are also 185 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $650 to $11,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $650 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,156.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $899 to $7,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,435.

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