What is the average apartment size in University?

The average size for a University, Hillsborough County, FL apartment is 939 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in University?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in University is $1,818 per month, a 1.82% decrease from last years average of $1,852.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in University?

In University, studios rent for $1,291 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,319 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,644 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,359 per month

What is the average apartment size in University?

The typical apartment in University offers about 939 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in University?

Studio apartments in University average 395 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 665 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 974 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,253 sq. ft.

University, Hillsborough County, FL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in University?

The typical rent budget in University ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 47% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in University?

In University, 79% of households rent while 21% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 12, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in University is $1,818, a 1.82% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,852.

Studio Apartments at $1,291 offer the most budget-friendly option with 395 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 665 square feet for $1,319, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,644 offer 974 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,253 sq ft) for $2,359, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in University, Hillsborough County, FL

Last updated: April 12, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,818	939 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,291	395 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,319	665 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,644	974 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,359	1,253 sq. ft.

University, Hillsborough County, FL rent trends

Rental prices in University, Hillsborough County, FL have decreased by 1.82% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,852 to $1,818.

What's the typical rent budget in University, Hillsborough County, FL?

The largest share of rentals in University, Hillsborough County, FL (47%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in University, Hillsborough County, FL?

22,265 or 79% of the households in University, Hillsborough County, FL are renter-occupied while 6,049 or 21% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in University?

North Tampa $1,167/month

Temple Crest $1,184/month

Plaza Terrace $1,387/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,818/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in University?

Downtown Tampa $2,980/month

Harbour Island $3,257/month

Uptown Tampa $3,261/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in University, Hillsborough County, FL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Uptown Tampa	$3,261
Harbour Island	$3,257
Downtown Tampa	$2,980
Riverfront	$2,877
Westshore Palms	$2,783
Channel District	$2,709
Tampa International Airport	$2,505
Courier City - Oscawana	$2,411
North Hyde Park	$2,315
Tampa Heights	$2,313
Carver City - Lincoln Gardens	$2,283
Port Tampa	$2,270
Gandy - Sun Bay South	$2,188
Beach Park	$2,042
MacDill Airforce Base	$1,992
Terrace Park	$1,915
Ybor	$1,869
West Meadows	$1,848
Ridgewood Park	$1,790
University Square	$1,784
Tampa Palms	$1,784
Hunters Green - Cory Lake Isles	$1,755
Bayside West	$1,739
Old Seminole Heights	$1,728
Wellswood	$1,686
Temple Terrace	$1,631
Fair Oaks - Manhattan Manor	$1,627
Lowry Park	$1,528
Gray Gables	$1,513
Plaza Terrace	$1,387
Temple Crest	$1,184
North Tampa	$1,167

University | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Bayside West is 15% lower than in Beach Park

$1,739

Bayside West rent is 4% lower than University average

Average Rent $1,739

$2,042

Beach Park rent is 12% higher than University average

Average Rent $2,042

How University Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
University	$1,818
Jacksonville	$1,497
Cape Coral	$1,689
Kissimmee	$1,809
Tampa	$2,013
Miami	$2,734
Fort Myers	$1,714
North Port	$1,705
Lakeland	$1,527
Orlando	$1,788
Port St. Lucie	$2,136
Brandon	$1,742
Riverview	$1,880
Wesley Chapel	$1,898
Apollo Beach	$2,043
Palm Harbor	$1,821
Citrus Park	$1,895
Northdale	$1,600
Lake Magdalene	$1,435
Westchase	$2,029

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all University apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.