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Centre Estates I & II

Aspen State College

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317 Turnpike Ave

1330 Charles St

18 Monument Orviston Rd

339 S Fairview St

704 5th St
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4865 Long Run Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,365 | $1,010 | $1,787 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $943 | $2,399 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $250 | $3,008 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $699 | $4,221 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $989 | $595 | $1,849 |
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Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in University Park, PA is a 2 Beds unit found at Echelon State College priced from $250. Centre Estates I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $943. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echelon State College | Buckeye B1 (INC)- 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $250 |
| Centre Estates I & II | 1 BR HCP/WC Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,198 |
| University Terrace Apartments | 2 bedroom unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Briarwood Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom- 810 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, PA and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $0.62 price per square foot 3x3.5 Townhome Model at The Villas at Happy Valley in the starting from $775. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the 4BR/2BA Model at Tremont starting at $595 with a $0.55 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villas at Happy Valley | 3x3.5 Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.62 |
| Tremont | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| The Bryn | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| The Pointe at State College | 3 Bedroom/3 Bath | 3BR,3BA | $0.86 |
| Altoona Student Housing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Park Crest Terrace | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Briarwood Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom- 810 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Brickwork Properties Communities | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Echelon State College | Buckeye B1 (INC)- 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| Centre Estates I & II | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Park Apartment is $943 at Centre Estates I & II.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Park is starting from $250 at Echelon State College.
What is the most affordable University Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brickwork Properties Communities and starts from $1,308.
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