Cheap Homes for Rent in University Neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT from $800 (9 Rentals)

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property at 1509 Foothill Dr

1509 Foothill Dr

Salt Lake CityUT84108

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Salt Lake CityUT84111

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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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, UT

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.23 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 $2,690. The second greatest value University apartment is the skyline 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Elevate on 5th starting at $2,099 with a $2.09 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$1.23
Elevate on 5thskyline 2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$2.09
123 Q St, Unit 14123 Q St2BR,1BA$1.31
Franciscan Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.60
Hightower Apartments2A1BR,1BA$1.75
Cedar Cliff ApartmentsSmall Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.86
The Mercer1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.17
Ben Albert1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
1127 E South Temple1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.16
Seven65 LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 605 Apartments for Rent in University, UT with pricing that ranges from $975 to $4,320. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $850 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $850 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,161.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $1,700 to $3,806, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,850.

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