Spartanburg Apartments and Rentals

Drawing on its Southern roots with a modern way of life, Spartanburg is one of the fastest growing areas in the northern region of South Carolina. Because of its diverse mix of residents and neighborhoods, many residents are finding fantastic Spartanburg apartments for rent. With a population of 37,013 according to the U.S. Census Bureau, residents of this quaint Southern town can expect to enjoy a warm, friendly small town nestled in the grandeur of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Spartanburg has a storied history due to its pivotal role in the Revolutionary and Civil wars. The area saw several battles between American patriots and the British when South Carolina was still a colony. Shortly after the war, a settlement was formed and the town was named Spartanburg after the Spartan regiment that fought at the beginning of the war.

After the settlement grew considerably, the town was incorporated into a city in 1831 and became known as the "Hub City" due to the wheel shape that railroads gave it when they traveled into the area.

At the turn of the century, Spartanburg became known as one of the major textile centers in the South. In 1917, there were more than 20,000 inhabitants that flooded the city in search of work, many of them seeking city life outside of the mountains. Spartanburg's growth is also attributed to its rural outposts that were a desirable location for National Guard cantonments. Today, Spartanburg's past comes alive in its historical downtown architecture, but still looks forward to its promising future.

The area is home to many schools, including an upstate branch of the University of South Carolina. This public institution offers an affordable education close to home with a very low student-to-teacher ratio for a state university. An affordable private school nearby is Wofford College. Praised by the Princeton Review, U.S. News & Report and Forbes Magazine, Wofford offers a world-class education that is hard to find elsewhere in the state. If you are a student seeking apartments in Spartanburg, finding housing near campus might be difficult in the weeks before classes, so it is best to begin your rental search as soon as possible before fall. 

What sets Spartanburg apart from other cities in the South is its wide variety of job opportunities. Employment in retail, education, healthcare, management, manufacturing and office development are all available. However, the largest private company in the area is Spartanburg Regional Health Services, boasting more than 5,000 employees.

Spartanburg County enjoys a very low of cost of living index, falling 15 points below the national average according to city-data.com. As of 2009, the median gross rent was $614 per month, making Spartanburg a very affordable city to live in for residents and students.

Because of Spartanburg's cultural diversity, the city has been showcasing the world for 27 years in the historical downtown district every fall during the Spartanburg International Festival. Free to the public, the event features an avenue of nations that offers food and drink from many different cultures. The festival also highlights an international trade zone where you can purchase fine imports from all over the world.

Since Spartanburg is located in the foothills of the pristine Blue Ridge Mountains, there are plenty of parks and recreational activities to choose from. One of the most popular areas with locals is the nature trails at Croft State Natural Area. For a small fee, residents here can enjoy a multitude of outdoor adventures, including fishing, boating, canoeing and kayaking.

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