
Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC (150 Rentals)


The Lady

Keystone Luxury Apartments

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Inspire Sandhill - 55+ Active Adult Community

Providence Park

Grandview at Lake Murray

Polo Village

42 Magnolia + 5000 Forest

Vantage at Wildewood
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Moving to Columbia, SC? Explore 8 affordable neighborhoods to rent that are known for strong schools, convenient shopping, and easy access to local natural highlights like Lake Murray.

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Wellspring Apartments

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The One at Columbia

Bennet at BullStreet

The Cardinal Apartments

The Roseberry

Creekside at Greenlawn Apartment Homes

Waters Edge at Harbison

Rivers Edge at Carolina Stadium

Arcadia's Edge Apartments

The Shores at Elders Pond
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Carriage Place

Vista Commons Apartments

Devine & Heidt

The Landings at Hard Scrabble

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The Meadows at Burnside Farms

Arbor Landing Apartments

Main Street Living

The Cooper

Keswick
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Briargate

Town Center at Lake Carolina

Canalside Lofts

Windsor Shores Apartments

Greenbrier

Cross Hill Apartments

Nexus At Sandhill

Crestmont Apartments

The Paddock Club

Atrium Place
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Colonial Pointe Apartments

Wellington Farms Apartment Homes

Ovation @3500

Aria Lake Carolina

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Retreat at St. Andrews

Silver Station

York Woods at Lake Murray Apartment Homes

The Orchard

The Farrington

Huntington Place
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Columbia, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $401 | $2,310 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $675 | $2,803 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $450 | $3,806 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $649 | $4,754 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $499 | $5,472 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia, SC
Ranked #3
Among cities in South Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
Kama • 2+ years in Columbia
December 15, 2025Great for young professionals and families. We love Segra Park, the Harbison walking trails, and Lake Murray.
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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 $1,115.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,664.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,772 square feet unit starting from $2,040 at Ashcroft.
What is the average size for Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,397 sq ft.
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
Written by: Kama Offenberger
I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

