Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University South Neighborhood of Orlando, FL from $700 (2 Rentals)

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Mercury 3100
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mercury 3100

3100 Alafaya Club DrOrlando, FL 32817
Student Housing
  • Utilities Included

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University South, Orlando, FL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University South, FL

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University South area is the $0.74 price per square foot 4x4 Premium Model at Orion on Orpington in the in the University South neighborhood starting from $955. The second greatest value University South apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Model at Campus Crossings on Alafaya starting at $799 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the The Villages of Camelot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Orion on Orpington4x4 Premium4BR,4BA$0.74
Campus Crossings on Alafaya4 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom4BR,2.5BA$0.63
Pointe at CentralA22BR,2BA$0.95
University ApartmentsUpgraded 2 BR2BR,1.5BA$1.78
Ashton at Waterford LakesAlana (Screened Lanai)1BR,1BA$1.93
Madison Waterford LakesA31BR,1BA$2.42
The Lofts2x2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.70
Highpoint ClubA1R1BR,1BA$2.10
Advenir at Polos EastAustin1BR,1BA$2.19
CODA ApartmentsThe Azure1BR,1BA$2.55

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University South, Orlando, FL

Ranked #180

Among neighborhoods in Orlando, FL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University South Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University South?

The cheapest apartment in University South is Highpoint Club which is listed at $1,393, while the average apartment in University South costs $1,619.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University South?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in University South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University South?

Cheap apartments in University South have an average cost of $1,058 which is $561 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University South.

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