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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
2039 North Las Palmas Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,448
Sycamore ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,450
Chateau El Cerrito ApartmentsSTUDIO 1 BATHStudio,1BA$1,495
The Amor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,550
Hollywood TowersBachelorStudio,1BA$1,595
Sycamore TerraceStudiosStudio,1BA$1,595
The WestburyStudio with BalconyStudio,1BA$1,600
Mediterranean Apartments313Studio,1BA$1,600

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

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Universal City area is the $1.71 price per square foot 10857 Morrison St Model at 10857 Morrison St, Unit 10857 Morrison St in the in the Toluca Woods neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Universal City apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at 4771 Forman Ave starting at $3,995 with a $2.38 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.
10857 Morrison St, Unit 10857 Morrison St10857 Morrison St4BR,3BA$1.71
4771 Forman Ave3x2.53BR,2.5BA$2.38
400 N Hollywood Way2x2xDen3BR,2BA$2.25
1865 North Fuller Ave2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.82
2307 N Cahuenga Blvd2x2.52BR,2.5BA$2.33
The MontgomeryPlan - 41BR,1BA$2.28
NoHo Gallery2BD 2BTH R2BR,2BA$2.36
The Orly on Orange2BD/2BTH2BR,2BA$2.30
11018 Moorpark Apartments1 + 11BR,1BA$2.37
Morrison1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.37

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Universal City

What type of rentals are currently available in Universal City?

There are currently 1537 Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,335 to $7,418. There are also 331 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Universal City ranging from $1,360 to $40,000.

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 $1,360 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,180.

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 $2,895 to $7,418, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,360 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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