3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (290 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: June 14, 2025

There are currently 943 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, SC that range in price from $629 to $7,650. Northeast Arcadia Lakes, Lake Murray and West 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 Lakes48$1,720$1,092
Lake Murray39$1,800$747
West Central38$1,600$699
Fort Jackson37$1,462$1,149
Arthurtown31$1,099$629
Outer East Central31$1,175$629
Cobbs Hill27$1,829$747
St Andrews26$1,495$1,040
Richmond Farms26$1,834$1,195
Spring Valley24$1,799$1,165

Largest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, SC is found at Roost, The in the Arthurtown neighborhood and is 2,000 square feet priced from $629. Hub Columbia in the Waverly neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,864 square feet and currently listed start at $1,335. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Roost, The3x3.52,000 Sq Ft$629
Hub Columbia3x3 F1,864 Sq Ft$1,335
Quail RunThe Biltmore1,550 Sq Ft$1,325
Rice Terrace Apartments and TownhomesThe Palmetto Townhouse1,491 Sq Ft$1,794
Deer Meadow Village3 Bedroom1,456 Sq Ft$1,492
Harbour Landing3 Bed | 2.5 Baths1,450 Sq Ft$1,395
Wyndham Pointe Apartments3 Bedroom1,444 Sq Ft$1,285
Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult CommunityC11,441 Sq Ft$2,500
Langley PointeC1A1,438 Sq Ft$2,490
The Paddock Club32B1,434 Sq Ft$1,390

Cheapest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 14, 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 3x2.5_1196 Model at Acasa River Crest starting at $1,046 in the Lincolnshire neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,910. 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 River Crest3x2.5_1196$1,046
3430 East Apartments3 Beds / 1.5 Baths$1,099
The Villages at Congaree Pointe3 Beds, 2 baths$1,099
Colonial Pointe ApartmentsWelcome to Colonial Pointe - 3 Beds | 2 Baths$1,142
Richland Terrace ApartmentsThe St. Andrew$1,155
Endora East3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom$1,199
Tanglewood3BRx2BA$1,200
Hunter's Green3 Beds, 2 baths$1,200
Gable Oaks ApartmentsThree Bedrooms$1,242

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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

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  • 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 $1,910.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $629 at Roost, The.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,424 sq ft.

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