Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $600 (70 Rentals)

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1234 Alameda Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1234 Alameda Ave

1234 Alameda AveSalt Lake City, UT 84102
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Sapphire Springs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sapphire Springs

730 S 1200 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102
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Devereaux Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Devereaux Apartments

130 S 900 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102
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Westcliff Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Westcliff Apartments

419 E 200 SSalt Lake City, UT 84111
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Friendship Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Friendship Manor

1320 E 500 SSalt Lake City, UT 84102
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1127 E South Temple
1 Bedroom Apartments

1127 E South Temple

1127 E South TempleSalt Lake City, UT 84102
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The Lund
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Lund

135 S 700 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102
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Bel Aire Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Aire Gardens

750 E 200 SSalt Lake City, UT 84102
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Rue
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rue

726 S 900 ESalt Lake City, UT 84102
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513 E 700 S
1 Bedroom Apartments

513 E 700 S

513 E 700 SSalt Lake City, UT 84102
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University, Salt Lake City, UT Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Salt Lake City, UT is a Studio unit found at Breelynn Apartments priced from $975. Bigelow Chapman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Salt Lake City, UT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Breelynn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
Bigelow Chapman ApartmentsB01 - Studio - BigelowStudio,1BA$995
aQui 355 ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$999
144 South ApartmentsStudio PlusStudio,1BA$999
Seven65 LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$999
1127 E South Temple1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,095
Cedar Cliff ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Franciscan Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,149
The New Broadmoor1x1A1BR,1BA$1,209

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, UT

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.19 price per square foot 629 E 200 S Model at 629 E 200 S, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Salt Lake City neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value University apartment is the solitude 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Elevate on 5th starting at $2,399 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Salt Lake City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
629 E 200 S, Unit 1629 E 200 S3BR,2BA$1.19
Elevate on 5thsolitude 2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$2.06
123 Q St, Unit 14123 Q St2BR,1BA$1.31
Hightower Apartments2A1BR,1BA$1.75
224 S 900 E, Unit #4224 S 900 E2BR,1BA$2.00
Cedar Cliff ApartmentsSmall Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.86
QuattroA021BR,1BA$2.15
Ruby Apartments1x1- W/ Balcony1BR,1BA$1.82
Franciscan Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.74
Seven65 LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04

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University, Salt Lake City, UT

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Among neighborhoods in Salt Lake City, UT for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Salt Lake City. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Salt Lake City, UT

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $1,209.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is 1127 E South Temple which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in University costs $3,454.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

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 40 regular apartments in University 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?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $405 which is $3,049 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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