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4415 Percival RdColumbia, SC 29229
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Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 07, 2026

There are currently 1426 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $679 to $4,435. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Spring Valley and St Andrews 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 Lakes97$1,765$950
Spring Valley65$1,819$1,075
St Andrews64$1,350$1,020
Fort Jackson59$1,540$950
Far North Columbia57$1,299$1,020
Riverside Forest53$1,215$1,020
West Central50$1,480$754
Pine Valley47$1,215$1,020
Harbison40$1,215$1,080
Granby Hill34$1,480$754

Largest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at The Lady in the Waverly neighborhood and is 1,917 square feet priced from $3,700. Ashcroft in the Leesburg neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,671 square feet and currently listed start at $2,081. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Lady3N1,917 Sq Ft$3,700
AshcroftFoxglove1,671 Sq Ft$2,081
Rice Terrace Apartments and TownhomesThe Taylor Townhouse w Gar1,668 Sq Ft$1,778
Keystone Luxury ApartmentsTownhome1,600 Sq Ft$2,500
Quail RunThe Biltmore1,550 Sq Ft$1,315
The RoseberryThe Eden1,523 Sq Ft$2,243
Town Center at Lake CarolinaC1 - Holly - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom1,508 Sq Ft$1,819
Carrington Place at Wildewood ApartmentsC11,479 Sq Ft$1,885
Devine & HeidtD20 Sq Ft$3,450

Cheapest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 07, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is the Three Bedroom Model starting from $427 at Benton Crossing in the Eau Claire neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 3 Bedroom is the C1 - Premium Model at 21 Oaks starting at $865 in the Arthurtown neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,683. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Benton CrossingThree Bedroom$427
21 OaksC1 - Premium$865
Acasa Prosper Fairways Apartments3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$1,020
Silver Station3 x 2$1,040
Killian Terrace Apartments3 Bedroom$1,075
Arrington Place Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath$1,143
Dira East3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom$1,149
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths$1,200
Tanglewood3BRx2BA$1,200
Pine Grove Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath$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.

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Kama • 2+ years in Columbia

December 15, 2025

Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.

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February 25, 2025

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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 Benton Crossing listed at $427.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,683.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,917 square feet unit starting from $3,700 at The Lady.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,384 sq ft.

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