University of South Carolina Upstate

Spartanburg, SC

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University of South Carolina Upstate - Spartanburg, SC

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Founded in 1967, the University of South Carolina Upstate empowers students by challenging them academically, supporting them personally, and pushing them to the boundaries of their potential. Graduates leave USC Upstate prepared to participate as responsible citizens in a diverse, global, and knowledge-based society, pursue excellence in their chosen careers, and continue learning throughout life.

Positioned in one of the most dynamic, opportunity-rich locations in the South, USC Upstate is nearby plenty of apartments, houses, and townhomes available for rent in Spartanburg and Boiling Springs. Commuting and traveling from Upstate’s campus is easy with convenience to Interstates 85 and 585.

Upstate’s vibrant campus community is enriched by a range of student organizations, NCAA Division I Spartan athletics, multicultural programs, leadership exploration and development, Spartan Speakers Lecture Series, and Upstate expeditions. The City of Spartanburg is a college town home to several breweries, museums, and natural amenities like Croft State Park. A variety of destinations are within a three-hour drive of Upstate’s campus, including Charlotte, Asheville, Atlanta, Charleston, Knoxville, and Raleigh.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Spartanburg, SC is $1,149 for a studio, $1,080 for one bedroom, $1,203 for two bedrooms, and $1,415 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Spartanburg has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 612 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,149/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 746 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,080/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,020 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,203/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,276 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,415/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

37

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Cannons Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

393 Students

7
out of 10

Clifdale Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

289 Students

7
out of 10

Pine St. Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

646 Students

6
out of 10

Jesse Boyd Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

495 Students

6
out of 10

Cleveland Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

463 Students

6
out of 10

Fairforest Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,054 Students

5
out of 10

McCracken Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

926 Students

5
out of 10

Carver Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

683 Students

4
out of 10

Mccarthy/Teszler Learning Center

Public

Grades PK-12

226 Students

Rating Unavailable

Cedar Springs Academy

Public

Grades PK-12

51 Students

Rating Unavailable

Spartanburg High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,056 Students

5
out of 10

Broome High

Public

Grades 9-12

825 Students

5
out of 10

Pine Street Elementary

Public

Grades 9

509 Students

4
out of 10

Mccarthy/Teszler Learning Center

Public

Grades PK-12

226 Students

Rating Unavailable

Cedar Springs Academy

Public

Grades PK-12

51 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Spartanburg Science Center
  • Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve
  • Croft State Park
  • HollyWild Animal Park

Airports

  • Greenville Spartanburg International

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