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4100 Arch Dr

1728 El Cerrito Pl

7230 Franklin Ave

1720 N Fuller Ave
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11117 Hartsook St

3610 W Chandler Blvd

11007 Hartsook St

6700 Franklin Pl

1737 N Gardner St

11265 Morrison St

10987 Bluffside Dr

1865 N Fuller Ave

7267 Packwood Trail

2034 Highland Ave
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233 N Hollywood Way

10985 Bluffside Dr

3385 Troy Dr

1134 N AVON GH St

1745 Camino Palmero St
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2039 N Las Palmas Ave

1762 N La Brea Ave

1854 El Cerrito Pl

3416 Floyd Terrace

2260 N Cahuenga Blvd

2260 N Cahuenga Blvd, Unit #305

11265 Morrison St

10823 Whipple St
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1710 N Fuller Ave

7275 Franklin Ave

11202 Camarillo St

10960 Bluffside Dr, Unit #105

4329 Colfax Ave

7230 Franklin Ave

7275 Franklin Ave

4220 Fair Ave

4220 Fair Ave, Unit 201

5031 Bakman Ave

11138 Aqua Vista St, Unit 9

7300 Franklin Ave
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10657 Woodbridge St

7300 Franklin Ave
Universal City, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Universal City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Universal City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,614 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
Universal City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,242 | $3,495 | $10,000+ |
Universal City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $14,884 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
Universal City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,235 | $6,100 | $10,000+ |
Universal City 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $26,056 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Universal City 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $36,612 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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. Chateau El Cerrito Apartments in the Yucca Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,355. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Universal City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Studio Village Apartments | Bachelor Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,335 |
Chateau El Cerrito Apartments | STUDIO 1 BATH | Studio,1BA | $1,355 |
Sycamore Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
1843 North Cherokee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
1944 Whitley Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,498 |
Hayden on Hollywood | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Hollywood Towers | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Sycamore Terrace | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
1800 North La Brea Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
The Amor | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA and Nearby
As of June 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Universal City area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 1865 North Fuller Ave in the in the Yucca Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,998. The second greatest value Universal City apartment is the 4749 Denny Ave Model at 4749 Denny Ave, Unit Six starting at $3,395 with a $2.43 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1865 North Fuller Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
4749 Denny Ave, Unit Six | 4749 Denny Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
10823 Hortense St, Unit 101 | 10823 Hortense St | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Aqua Vista Villa Townhome Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
7244 Hillside Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
Huston Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
10736 Magnolia Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Morrison Apartments | jr one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
mor113 | 1 bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
1843 North Cherokee | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Universal City
What type of rentals are currently available in Universal City?
There are currently 1560 Apartments for Rent in Universal City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,335 to $34,000. There are also 300 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Universal City ranging from $1,300 to $65,000.
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 $1,300 to $65,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,954.
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 $3,199 to $10,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,495 to $27,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,380.
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