Average Rent in University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Current Versus Historical University City, Philadelphia, PA Rents

University City rentals average $1,259 for a studio rental to $4,380 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,527, or roughly $35 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $71 (5.98%) year-over-year from $1,182 to $1,253. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,059 (75.66%) year-over-year from $1,399 to $2,458. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $712 (-18.30%) year-over-year from $3,889 to $3,177. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $804 (19.21%) year-over-year from $4,186 to $4,990. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $422 (10.65%) year-over-year from $3,958 to $4,380. 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 2.36% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.29% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.57% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.67% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.01% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$35.35	$1,253	$1,182 (5.98%)	$1,295 (-3.31%)
1 BR	$33.57	$2,458	$1,399 (75.66%)	$1,826 (34.61%)
2 BR	$35.76	$3,177	$3,889 (-18.30%)	$3,519 (-9.72%)
3 BR	$38.29	$4,990	$4,186 (19.21%)	$4,271 (16.84%)
4+ BR	$23.89	$4,380	$3,958 (10.65%)	$2,134 (105.27%)

Historical Rents in University City, Philadelphia, PA

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Top Cities Near University City

There are a total of 7 cities nearby University City. The average rent in University City is currently $1,800 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chester, PA, with an average rent of $1,378, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near University City, Philadelphia, PA is West Chester, PA. Monthly rents here are on average $2,250 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 8.66% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 38.38% more expensive. Two bedrooms in University City, Philadelphia, PA are about 46.49% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 55.91% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near University City, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$875	$1,243	$1,447	$1,378
Camden, NJ	$1,500	$1,300	$1,650	$1,750
Wilmington, DE	$1,173	$1,485	$1,700	$1,769
Philadelphia, PA	$1,353	$1,696	$1,850	$1,800
Trenton, NJ	$1,150	$1,488	$1,650	$1,950
Phoenixville, PA	$990	$1,940	$2,475	$2,211
West Chester, PA	N/A	$1,745	$2,200	$2,250

Top Neighborhoods Near University City

There are a total of 31 neighborhoods in or near University City. Some of these neighborhoods include Tioga - Nicetown, Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, and Germantown. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 31 total neighborhoods in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA is currently around $1,800 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $1,800. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than University City's average rent, which is only $1,527. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near University City, Tioga - Nicetown has the most affordable average rent at $1,325 per month. Whereas, at $2,795 average rent per month, Fitler Square is the most expensive neighborhood in or near University City. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Tioga - Nicetown, Philadelphia, PA	$825	$1,050	$1,470	$1,325
Logan - Ogontz - Fern Rock, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,075	$1,355	$1,400
Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,200	$1,393	$1,723	$1,425
Cobbs Creek, Philadelphia, PA	$825	$1,238	$1,300	$1,485
East Germantown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,295	$1,500	$1,485
Spruce Hill, Philadelphia, PA	$1,138	$1,465	$1,823	$1,495
Overbrook, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,325	$1,388	$1,525
Port Richmond, Philadelphia, PA	$873	$1,350	$1,550	$1,528
Kingsessing, Philadelphia, PA	$900	$1,100	$1,660	$1,600
North Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,295	$1,223	$1,450	$1,600
Allegheny West, Philadelphia, PA	N/A	$1,578	$2,038	$1,670
Avenue of the Arts North, Philadelphia, PA	$1,675	$1,650	$2,240	$1,675
Kensington, Philadelphia, PA	$1,169	$1,528	$1,963	$1,750
South Philadelphia West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,338	$1,325	$1,900	$1,750
North Philadelphia East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,800	$1,650	$1,795
Mantua, Philadelphia, PA	$1,023	$1,373	$1,585	$1,800
Point Breeze, Philadelphia, PA	$1,222	$1,368	$1,850	$1,968
Northern Liberties - Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA	$1,431	$1,750	$2,400	$2,013
Washington Square West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,598	$1,898	$2,799	$2,018
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia, PA	$1,620	$2,022	$2,986	$2,057
Center City East, Philadelphia, PA	$1,340	$2,059	$2,713	$2,090
Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA	$1,425	$1,575	$2,000	$2,100
Fairmount - Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA	$1,534	$1,885	$2,495	$2,100
Queen Village - Pennsport, Philadelphia, PA	$1,725	$1,875	$2,353	$2,200
Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,705	$2,177	$3,290	$2,214
Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA	$1,350	$1,637	$2,500	$2,295
Center City West, Philadelphia, PA	$1,545	$2,285	$3,705	$2,345
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia, PA	$1,485	$1,595	$2,400	$2,365
Logan Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,922	$2,495	$3,945	$2,545
Fitler Square, Philadelphia, PA	$1,429	$2,636	$3,500	$2,795

Top Counties Near University City

There are a total of 14 counties located by University City, Philadelphia, PA. Some of these counties include Chester, PA, Upper Darby, PA, and Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,248. That's roughly around $23 per sqft. A total of one county has a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Chester, PA. Its average rent per month is $1,378. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,895, Radnor, PA is the most expensive county by University City, Philadelphia, PA.

Typically, rent for studios in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 12.03% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 32.37% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in University City, Philadelphia, PA is 33.11% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chester, PA	$875	$1,243	$1,447	$1,378
Upper Darby, PA	$1,225	$1,325	$1,400	$1,550
Philadelphia, PA	$1,353	$1,696	$1,850	$1,800
Phoenixville, PA	$990	$1,940	$2,475	$2,211
Camden, NJ	$1,250	$1,500	$2,000	$2,245
West Chester, PA	N/A	$1,745	$2,200	$2,250
Gloucester, NJ	N/A	$1,500	$2,000	$2,300
Tredyffrin, PA	N/A	$1,750	$2,200	$2,700
Lower Merion, PA	$1,375	$1,665	$2,500	$2,800
Radnor, PA	N/A	$2,310	$2,645	$2,895

Top Zipcodes Near University City

There are a total of 29 zipcodes in or near University City, Philadelphia, PA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,892. A total of 7 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 19124, Philadelphia, PA at $1,200 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,500 per month is 08540, Mercer County, NJ.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,215. That's at least $31 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 $1,565 per month. Or in other words, $27 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,017 per month. Which comes out to $24 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 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	$1,224	$1,400	$1,795	$1,650
19146, Philadelphia, PA	$1,296	$1,531	$2,100	$1,975
19103, Philadelphia, PA	$1,817	$2,410	$3,750	$2,540
19130, Philadelphia, PA	$1,501	$1,840	$2,400	$2,000
19107, Philadelphia, PA	$1,300	$1,978	$2,900	$2,060
19143, Philadelphia, PA	$1,049	$1,258	$1,655	$1,600
19139, Philadelphia, PA	$995	$1,200	$1,325	$1,400
19145, Philadelphia, PA	$1,192	$1,320	$1,850	$1,650
19121, Philadelphia, PA	$1,295	$1,260	$1,498	$1,650
19131, Philadelphia, PA	$950	$1,125	$1,495	$1,550

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 $1,527. 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 $1,259 and an average price per square feet of $35.35. There are a total of 37 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 $2,414 and an average price per square feet of $33.57. There are a total of 29 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 $3,177 and an average price per square feet of $35.76. There are a total of 30 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 0.06%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.76%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.18%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19% 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 $1,222/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.