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Claire Tower
1041 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $850 (20 Rentals)
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Cornell Arms Apartments
1230 Pendleton StColumbia, SC 29201
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Main Street Living
1604 Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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1321 Lofts
1321 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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Claussens
2003 Greene StColumbia, SC 29205
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$1,250 - $1,3912 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 11
The Carolinian
1318 Pickens StColumbia, SC 29201
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Hampton House
1800 Senate StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Lady
1310 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
1900 Greene St
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1832 Greene St
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The Wilshire House
1100 Wheat StColumbia, SC 29201
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Senate Plaza
1520 Senate StColumbia, SC 29201
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601 Main St
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1600 Park Cir
ColumbiaSC29201
1520 Senate St
ColumbiaSC29201
174 S Marion St
ColumbiaSC29205
934 Laurens St
ColumbiaSC29201
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Senate Club
1018-1020 Marion StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Yards Townhomes
1606-1642 Enoree AveColumbia, SC 29205
601 Main St
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University Hill, Columbia, SC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hill Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $850 | $1,699 |
| University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $950 | $2,025 |
| University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $2,350 | $4,600 |
| University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,960 | $3,960 | $3,960 |
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Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Columbia, SC is a Studio unit found at Claire Tower priced from $850. Hub Columbia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claire Tower | Efficiency | Studio, 1BA | $850 |
| Hub Columbia | 4x3 | 4BR, 3BA | $1,070 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,103 |
| 1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,113 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, SC
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Hub Columbia in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 1321 Lofts in the Waverly neighborhood starting at $1,860 with a $2.02 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hub Columbia | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.12 |
| 1321 Lofts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.02 |
| Cornell Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.59 |
| Claussens | Loft | Studio, 1.5BA | $2.32 |
| Hampton House | 1 Bedroom with Balcony | 1BR, 1BA | $2.23 |
| The Lady | 10C | 1BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| The Wilshire House | Grande | 1BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| Claire Tower | 1x1 525 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.81 |
| Senate Plaza | Furnished Studio | Studio, 1BA | $3.40 |
| Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hill is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hill?
The cheapest apartment in University Hill is Claire Tower which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in University Hill costs $1,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hill?
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 2 regular apartments in University Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.
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