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    N.P.D.F.

    4530 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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    $800+
    1 BED
    $1,145+

    Sherwood Court

    4417 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    Spruce Hall

    4141 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    1 BED
    $1,350+
    2 BEDS
    $1,350+
    3 BEDS
    $1,350+

    Walnut Street

    4400-4418 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    STUDIO
    $850

    The Axis

    20 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    STUDIO
    $850+
    1 BED
    $1,150+
    2 BEDS
    $1,610+

    Campus Apartments

    305-311 S 40th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    The Emerson

    4209 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    1 BED
    $900+
    2 BEDS
    $1,050+
    3 BEDS
    $1,200+

    Brentwood

    4130-4140 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $950
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    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950

    4619 Locust St Unit Apt B

    4619 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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    STUDIO
    $960+
    1 BED
    $1,095+

    Pine Court

    4748 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143
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    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    4728 Chestnut St Unit 3

    4728 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
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Cheap Apartments in University City Neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA

When looking for cheap apartments in University City, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in University City.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 662 cheap apartments available in University City, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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