Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the University Hills area of Columbia.

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University Hills, Columbia, SC Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hills area of Columbia, SC is a 4 Beds unit found at Hub Columbia priced from $995. The Carolinian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable University Hills apartments for rent in Columbia, SC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hub Columbia4x3 C4BR,3BA$995
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Main Street LivingBarringer: 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,154
1321 Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,169
ClaussensStudioStudio,1BA$1,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hills, SC

As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hills area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2A Model at The Palms on Main in the in the Waverly neighborhood starting from $2,446. The second greatest value University Hills apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus Model at Yugo Columbia Lofts starting at $829 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Eva P. Trezevant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Palms on Main2A2BR,2BA$2.22
Yugo Columbia Lofts2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus2BR,1BA$0.83
The BabcockSuite 6012BR,2BA$1.97
Cornell Arms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Indigo at BrickworksGadsden1BR,1BA$2.11
Advenir at One ElevenCooper1BR,1BA$2.03
238 S Marion St, Unit 238238 S Marion St2BR,1BA$1.87
The Carolinian2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
5th & SloanThe Maple1BR,1BA$2.38
Main Street LivingBarringer: StudioStudio ,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Hills, Columbia, SC

Ranked #77

Among neighborhoods in Columbia, SC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across South Carolina, including Columbia. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Hills is at Claussens listed at $1,260.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hills Apartment is $1,154 at Main Street Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Hills is starting from $1,100 at The Carolinian.

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