1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (35 Rentals)

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University Hills, Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Hills Studio Apartments | $1,604 | $800 | $2,165 |
University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $900 | $3,711 |
University Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $1,100 | $6,048 |
University Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the University Hills area of Columbia, SC is found at Main Street Living and is listed at 1,030 square feet priced from $1,599. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Main Street Living | Tapps: 1 Bedroom | 1,030 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
The Lady | 10E | 915 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
Bennet at BullStreet | A6 | 897 Sq Ft | $2,054 |
Indigo at Brickworks | Sanders | 846 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 820 Sq Ft | $1,169 |
Advenir at One Eleven | Cooper | 811 Sq Ft | $1,649 |
Senate Plaza | One Bedroom | 760 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
The Palms 1101 | Palmetto | 756 Sq Ft | $1,681 |
The Wilshire House | Grande | 620 Sq Ft | $1,420 |
Cheapest Available University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit University Hills of Columbia, SC is the Barringer: 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,154 at Main Street Living. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University Hills is currently $1,713. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | $1,154 |
1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,169 |
The Wilshire House | Standard | $1,320 |
The Lady | 6C | $1,439 |
The Palms 1101 | Sago | $1,446 |
Senate Plaza | One Bedroom | $1,525 |
Advenir at One Eleven | Vista | $1,574 |
Indigo at Brickworks | Sanders | $1,700 |
Bennet at BullStreet | A7 | $1,838 |
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Getting Around the University Hills Neighborhood in Columbia, SC
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University Hills with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University Hills is at Main Street Living listed at $1,154.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University Hills Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University Hills is $1,713.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University Hills is a 1,030 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at Main Street Living.
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