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


Main Street Living

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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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hub Columbia | 4x3 C | 4BR,3BA | $995 |
The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Main Street Living | Barringer: 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,154 |
1321 Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Claussens | Studio | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Palms on Main | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
Yugo Columbia Lofts | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Plus | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
The Babcock | Suite 601 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Cornell Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Indigo at Brickworks | Gadsden | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Advenir at One Eleven | Cooper | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
238 S Marion St, Unit 238 | 238 S Marion St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
The Carolinian | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
5th & Sloan | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Main Street Living | Barringer: Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Hills, Columbia, SC
Ranked #77
Among neighborhoods in Columbia, SC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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