Average Rent in University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical University City, Philadelphia, PA Rents

University City rentals average $1,368 for a studio rental to $6,973 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,295, or roughly $4 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in December 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $15 (-1.10%) year-over-year from $1,314 to $1,300. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,152 (49.08%) year-over-year from $2,348 to $3,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $233 (5.95%) year-over-year from $3,910 to $4,143. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,493 (-49.89%) year-over-year from $2,993 to $1,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,665 (61.87%) year-over-year from $4,308 to $6,973. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 14.91% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 56.97% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 21.93% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.83% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Dec 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$3.20	$1,300	$1,314 (-1.10%)	$1,358 (-4.27%)
1 BR	$4.45	$3,500	$2,348 (49.08%)	$2,053 (70.50%)
2 BR	$3.82	$4,143	$3,910 (5.95%)	$2,318 (78.75%)
3 BR	$2.73	$1,500	$2,993 (-49.89%)	$3,822 (-60.75%)
4+ BR	$1.98	$6,973	$4,308 (61.87%)	$3,088 (125.83%)

Historical Rents in University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near University City

There are a total of 3 cities nearby University City. The average rent in University City is currently $1,800 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Wilmington, DE, with an average rent of $1,673, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near University City, Philadelphia, PA is Phoenixville, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,150 per month.

Let's compare University City, Philadelphia, PA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 5.34% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 51.97% more expensive. Two bedrooms in University City, Philadelphia, PA are about 54.15% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 53.18% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near University City, Philadelphia, PA in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Wilmington, DE	$1,295	$1,495	$1,823	$1,673
Philadelphia, PA	$1,250	$1,681	$1,800	$1,800
Phoenixville, PA	$1,693	$1,968	$2,437	$2,150

Top Neighborhoods Near University City

There are a total of 24 neighborhoods in or near University City. Some of these neighborhoods include Cobbs Creek, Germantown, and Roxborough. We've included all of these top 24 neighborhoods in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 24 neighborhoods in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,873 per month. A total of 24 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near University City, Cobbs Creek has the most affordable average rent at $1,350 per month. Whereas, at $2,528 average rent per month, Logan Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near University City. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,193	$1,338	$1,350
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,023	$1,275	$1,644	$1,450
Roxborough, Philadelphia, PA	$1,425	$1,570	$1,675	$1,600
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$1,500	$1,245	$1,400	$1,600
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	$1,198	$1,500	$1,613
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,236	$1,400	$1,700	$1,632
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,100	$1,395	$1,500	$1,650
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,037	$1,495	$1,750	$1,734
East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$863	$1,850	$1,450	$1,800
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,175	$1,500	$1,800	$1,838
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,080	$1,243	$1,700	$1,850
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,050	$1,699	$2,000	$1,850
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,497	$1,895	$1,895
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,463	$1,901	$2,951	$1,947
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,100	$1,718	$2,912	$1,960
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,456	$1,388	$1,985
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,798	$1,550	$1,900	$1,997
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,065	$1,450	$2,175	$1,998
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,656	$1,600	$2,100	$2,000
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,386	$2,095	$3,151	$2,075
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	$1,910	$2,800	$2,095
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,400	$1,715	$2,450	$2,100
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,650	$1,915	$3,123	$2,100
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,796	$2,275	$3,800	$2,528

Top Counties Near University City

There are a total of 24 counties located by University City, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Philadelphia, PA, Delaware, PA, and Camden, NJ. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,361. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 8 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Philadelphia, PA. It's average rent per month is $1,800. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,000, Mercer, NJ is the most expensive county by University City, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 10.45% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 53.99% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 50.31% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 8 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Philadelphia, PA	$1,250	$1,681	$1,800	$1,800
Delaware, PA	$873	$1,350	$1,950	$2,000
Camden, NJ	$1,400	$1,540	$1,900	$2,200
Montgomery, PA	$1,747	$1,700	$2,000	$2,350
Burlington, NJ	$1,200	$1,525	$2,100	$2,373
Gloucester, NJ	N/A	$1,400	$1,900	$2,575
Bucks, PA	N/A	$1,800	$2,300	$2,650
Mercer, NJ	$1,650	$1,900	$2,400	$3,000

Top Zipcodes Near University City

There are a total of 6 zipcodes in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,688. A total of 6 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19131, Philadelphia, PA at $1,450 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,150 per month is 19460, Phoenixville, PA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,160. That's at least $3 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA is $1,563 per month. Or in other words, $2 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,651 per month. Which comes out to $2 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 6 zipcodes in University City, Philadelphia, PA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
19104, Philadelphia, PA	$1,195	$1,575	$1,781	$1,796
19145, Philadelphia, PA	$1,125	$1,198	$1,550	$1,700
19131, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,135	$1,373	$1,450
19144, Philadelphia, PA	$985	$1,637	$1,604	$1,675
19128, Philadelphia, PA	$1,363	$1,550	$1,698	$1,625
19460, Phoenixville, PA	$1,693	$1,968	$2,335	$2,150

Frequently Asked Questions - University City Average Rents

What is the average rent price in University City, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for University City, Philadelphia, PA apartments for rent is approximately $3,295. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do University City, Philadelphia, PA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in University City, Philadelphia, PA.

How much is a studio apartment in University City, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,368 and an average price per square feet of $3.20. There are a total of 9 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in University City.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in University City, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $4.45. There are a total of 23 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in University City.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in University City, Philadelphia, PA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,975 and an average price per square feet of $3.82. There are a total of 15 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in University City.

How have rent prices in University City, Philadelphia, PA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in University City, Philadelphia, PA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.01%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.49%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.50% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in University City, Philadelphia, PA?

A reasonable rent price in University City, Philadelphia, PA is around $2,636/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.