3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, IL (22 Rentals)

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Columbia, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Columbia and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, IL is found at Covington Place Apartments in the Green Park neighborhood and is 1,800 square feet priced from $1,699. Canyon Creek in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,310 square feet and currently listed start at $1,640. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Covington Place Apartments3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom1,800 Sq Ft$1,699
Canyon CreekDelta1,310 Sq Ft$1,640
Jefferson TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome150 Sq Ft$1,180

Cheapest Available Columbia and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 04, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, IL is the Three Bedroom Townhome Model starting from $1,180 at Jefferson Townhomes in the Lemay neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 3 Bedroom is the Delta Model at Canyon Creek starting at $1,640 in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,562. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Jefferson TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome$1,180
Canyon CreekDelta$1,640
Covington Place Apartments3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom$1,699

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,562.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Covington Place Apartments.

What is the average size for Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,205 sq ft.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

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I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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