Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (81 Rentals)

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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

Moving to Columbia, SC? Explore 8 affordable neighborhoods to rent that are known for strong schools, convenient shopping, and easy access to local natural highlights like Lake Murray.

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The Palms on Main
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$1,207 - $2,503
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$1,207 - $2,503

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The Palms on Main

1155 Lady StColumbia, SC 29201
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property at 1221 Pickens St

$3,250

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$3,250

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$3,250

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1221 Pickens St

ColumbiaSC29201
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238 S Marion St, Unit 240
$1,400
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$1,400

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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 31

238 S Marion St, Unit 240

238 S Marion StColumbia, SC 29205
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property at 1520 Senate St

$1,595

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$1,595

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1520 Senate St, Unit 11C

1520 Senate St
ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1600 Park Cir

$915 - $920

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$915 - $920

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 144 Lincoln St

$2,400

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$2,400

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

144 Lincoln St

ColumbiaSC29201

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

property at 1100 Wheat St

$1,450 - $2,250

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1100 Wheat St

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 1520 Senate St

$1,500 - $2,275

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1520 Senate St

ColumbiaSC29201

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 2002 Greene St

$1,200 - $1,400

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2002 Greene St

ColumbiaSC29205
property at 1600 Park Cir

$850 - $1,600

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Available Jun 15

1600 Park Cir

ColumbiaSC29201
property at 601 Main St

$1,800 - $2,500

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601 Main St

ColumbiaSC29201

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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1600 Park Cir
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1600 Park Cir

1600 Park CirColumbia, SC 29201
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Adesso
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adesso

601 S Main StColumbia, SC 29201
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The Heritage
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Heritage

1829 Senate StColumbia, SC 29201
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701 Barnwell St
2 Bedroom Apartments

701 Barnwell St

701 Barnwell StColumbia, SC 29201
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1614 Greene St
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1614 Greene St

1614 Greene StColumbia, SC 29201
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934 Laurens St
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934 Laurens St

934 Laurens StColumbia, SC 29201
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University Hills, Columbia, SC Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across South Carolina including University Hills, Columbia, and the greater Columbia area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Pet Friendly Rating

This section of Columbia ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 2.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about University Hills

How much are Studio apartments in University Hills?

There are currently 18 Studio Apartments in University Hills with rent ranges from $800 to $1,750 with an average price of $1,406.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Hills Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Hills ranges from $900 to $2,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,470.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Hills cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Hills range from $1,100 to $3,240. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,898.

How expensive are University Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,950 to $4,000 - averaging $2,875 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Local Experts Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living

Written by: Kama Offenberger

I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.