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property at 2366 Nichols Canyon Rd

$1,499

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2366 Nichols Canyon Rd

Los AngelesCA90046

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property at 10929 Landale St

$1,900

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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10929 Landale St, Unit 1

10929 Landale St
North HollywoodCA91602

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property at 11241 Morrison St

$2,200 - $4,295

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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11241 Morrison St

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 Studio unit found at Studio Village Apartments in the Toluca Woods neighborhood priced from $1,335. Sands Apartments in the Yucca Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Universal City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Studio Village ApartmentsBachelor StudioStudio,1BA$1,335
Sands ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,400
1944 Whitley Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,448
The Amor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,450
Hollywood TowersBachelorStudio,1BA$1,550
Sycamore ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Sycamore TerraceStudiosStudio,1BA$1,595

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

As of March 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Universal City area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2x2.5 Model at 2307 N Cahuenga Blvd in the in the Yucca Corridor neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Universal City apartment is the 3650 W Clark Ave Model at 3650 W Clark Ave, Unit C starting at $2,850 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Toluca Woods 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.
2307 N Cahuenga Blvd2x2.52BR,2.5BA$2.33
3650 W Clark Ave, Unit C3650 W Clark Ave2BR,2BA$2.35
110302/1.5/TH2BR,1.5BA$2.33
Aqua Vista Villa Townhome Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,1.5BA$2.45
The Nirvana1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.14
4918 1/2 Tujunga Ave, Unit 24918 1/2 Tujunga Ave1BR,1BA$2.48
5264 Cahuenga Blvd, Unit 52645264 Cahuenga Blvd2BR,1BA$2.40
2039 North Las Palmas Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.78
Heart of Hollywood | Large 2 Bedroom2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.44
Morrison Apartmentsjr one bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Universal City

What type of rentals are currently available in Universal City?

There are currently 1553 Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,335 to $7,195. There are also 280 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Universal City ranging from $1,499 to $39,995.

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 $1,499 to $39,995 with an average monthly rent of $13,484.

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 $1,600 to $7,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.

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