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property at 6748 Hillpark Dr

$1,700

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$1,700
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6748 Hillpark Dr, Unit 305

6748 Hillpark Dr
Los AngelesCA90068

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property at 11267 Otsego St

$1,795

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$1,795
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$1,795

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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11267 Otsego St

Los AngelesCA91601

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 10708 1/2 Moorpark St

$2,200

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$2,200
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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10708 1/2 Moorpark Street Unit

10708 1/2 Moorpark St
Los AngelesCA91602
property at 5248 Auckland Ave

$2,300 - $4,999

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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5248 Auckland Ave

Los AngelesCA91601

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Universal City, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Universal City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Universal City, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Harmony Gates in the Toluca Woods neighborhood priced from $1,205. 1800 North La Brea Ave in the Yucca Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Universal City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harmony Gates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,205
1800 North La Brea Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295
Studio Village ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$1,335
Sands ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,400
1843 North CherokeeStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Chateau El Cerrito ApartmentsSTUDIO 1 BATHStudio,1BA$1,485
Sycamore ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,495
2085 Ivar AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
2039 North Las Palmas Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,498

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA and Nearby

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Universal City area is the $0.79 price per square foot 10720 Hortense St Model at 10720 Hortense St in the in the Toluca Woods neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Universal City apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at 11641 Valley Spring Lane Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Antelope Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Universal City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10720 Hortense St10720 Hortense St1BR,1BA$0.79
11641 Valley Spring Lane Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.28
1944 Whitley Ave.3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.08
1865 North Fuller Ave1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$2.02
Morrison Street ApartmentsStandard2BR,2BA$2.27
The Cove1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.20
Woodbridge ParkTwo Bed ~ 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.37
Hollyview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.31
4444 Ensign Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.33
Harmony Gates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.00

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A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Universal City

What type of rentals are currently available in Universal City?

There are currently 1549 Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,205 to $7,195. There are also 265 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Universal City ranging from $1,150 to $55,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Universal City ranges from $1,150 to $55,500 with an average monthly rent of $17,791.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Universal City range from $2,253 to $7,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,303.

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