
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $1,500 (89 Rentals) Page 2 of 2


Garden Lakes Apartments

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Addison Pointe

Killian Terrace Apartments

Columbia Rising

Hunter's Green

1003 Muller Ave

5229 Woodbrier St
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308 Percival Rd

Mauldin Village

Willow Trace

Winterberry Place

Arcadia Park

Harbison Gardens

Benton Crossing I

The Pines at Farrow Apartments

Hunters Mill
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Samara East

Barkoot Apartments

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Waters At Longcreek

The Rive

Brookside Crossing Apartments

846 Piney

Alera West

Hub Columbia
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Lory of Harbison

Spring Lake

Dira East

Spring Gardens

Vue at St. Andrews

Riverbanks Retreat

Fountains of Edenwood

Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Quail Hollow Apartments
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Broadmoor Apartments

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Enclave Blythewood Crossing Phase II
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 | $1,341 | $401 | $2,885 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $675 | $3,501 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $450 | $4,365 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $669 | $3,800 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $460 | $4,860 |
| Columbia 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $1,150 | $4,250 |
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Columbia, SC Area Reviews
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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 I listed at $446.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,684.
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 $2,189 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 1,451 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Local Expert's Top 8: Affordable Columbia, SC Neighborhoods for Quality Living
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I'm Kama, the ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Columbia, South Carolina.

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.