
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the University Hills Neighborhood of Columbia, SC (12 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the University Hills area of Columbia with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Senate Plaza

1221 Pickens St

123 S Pickens St, Unit 123 S. Pickens St., Unit 123 S. Pickens St.

717 Laurens Street

921 Laurens St
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19 Hollywood Ct

101 S Pickens St

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1816 Greene St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hills Studio Apartments | $1,256 | $800 | $1,650 |
| University Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $900 | $1,856 |
| University Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,100 | $3,240 |
| University Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $2,150 | $4,200 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, 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 rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
This section of town is one of our preferred higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 2.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, concierge services, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Frequently Asked Questions about University Hills
How much are Studio apartments in University Hills?
There are currently 21 Studio Apartments in University Hills with rent ranges from $800 to $1,650 with an average price of $1,256.
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 $1,856 with an average monthly rent of $1,424.
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 $1,836.
How expensive are University Hills Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 13 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Hills on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,150 to $4,200 - averaging $3,168 for the location.
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