3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (213 Rentals)

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Columbia, SC Local Guide

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Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 1521 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $629 to $8,433. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, West Central and Outer East Central are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Northeast Arcadia Lakes72$1,551$1,081
West Central65$1,260$770
Outer East Central56$1,225$629
Historic Waverly51$1,225$770
Five Points50$1,250$770
Robert Mills Historic49$1,225$770
Granby Hill48$1,225$770
Greek Village48$1,225$770
Olympia48$1,225$770
Whaley Street48$1,225$770

Largest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Congaree Villas in the Springdale neighborhood and is 1,826 square feet priced from $1,700. Ashcroft in the Leesburg neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,671 square feet and currently listed start at $2,076. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Congaree VillasThree-Bedroom Townhouse1,826 Sq Ft$1,700
AshcroftFoxglove1,671 Sq Ft$2,076
Quail RunThe Biltmore1,550 Sq Ft$1,430
Canalside LoftsTaylor1,545 Sq Ft$2,401
KeswickThe Carrington1,465 Sq Ft$1,668
Deer Meadow Village3 Bedroom1,456 Sq Ft$1,543
The Farrington3A1,450 Sq Ft$1,515
Wyndham Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom1,444 Sq Ft$1,285
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult CommunityC11,441 Sq Ft$2,500

Cheapest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the The Savannah- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspa Model starting from $770 at Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium in the Arthurtown neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 3 Bedroom is the 3X1_1115 Model at Acasa Prosper Fairways starting at $950 in the Skyland Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,768. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rivers Edge at Carolina StadiumThe Savannah- Standard Unfurnished - By The Bedspa$770
Acasa Prosper Fairways3X1_1115$950
Acasa River Crest3x2.5_1196$1,046
Colonel Bluffs3 Bedroom$1,062
Killian Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom$1,081
The Villages at Congaree Pointe3 Beds, 2 baths$1,099
Dira East Apartments3BR 2BTH$1,099
3430 East Apartments3 Beds / 1.5 Baths$1,099
Samara East Apartments3BR 2BTH$1,099
Tanglewood3BRx2BA$1,200

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Columbia Overview

Columbia, South Carolina is a city filled with vibrant culture, enormous education, and profound history. It offers residents a warm escape from the Winter and easy ways to travel that range from solid public transit to three major interstate highways. Residents are able to enjoy dozens of festivals, concerts, and sporting events each year and can easily drive to nearby cities such as Savannah, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, or even Atlanta. Best of all, living in Columbia apartments is a very affordable experience, allowing residents to experience big city life far cheaper than they can in other metropolitan areas.

Why live in Columbia, SC?

Columbia has the best of both worlds, offering you the major benefits of living in a big city while still retaining the very affordable cost of living that much of the South is known for. There is a diverse array of cultural and entertainment options, and seven distinct colleges, making it an ideal place to complete or enhance your education. The three interstate highways make it easy to either travel around town or to make a quick trip to places like Charlotte, Savannah, or Atlanta. And with plenty of options for affodable apartments in Columbia, finding a great place to live is a cinch.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbia, SC

Ranked #3

Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, SC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Columbia is at Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium listed at $770.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,768.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,826 square feet unit starting from $1,700 at Congaree Villas.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,464 sq ft.

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