
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, SC Under $1,500 (92 Rentals) Page 2 of 2


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Colonel Bluffs

The Villages at Congaree Pointe

Addison Pointe

21 Oaks

Hunter's Green

Columbia Rising

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Mauldin Village

Willow Trace

Winterberry Place

Arcadia Park

Benton Crossing

Harbison Gardens

The Pines at Farrow Apartments

Garners Crossing

Hunters Mill
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Waters At Longcreek

Gable Oaks Apartments

Elmtree Apartments

The Rive

Brookside Crossing Apartments

846 Piney

The Assembly

Alera West

Hub Columbia
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Lory of Harbison

Spring Lake

Spring Gardens

Vue at St. Andrews

Riverbanks Retreat

Lexington Place Apartments

Forestbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Legacy At Sandhill

Quail Hollow Apartments

Broadmoor Apartments

Redtail on the River - Historical Access

Enclave Blythewood Crossing Phase II
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Studio Apartments | $1,286 | $401 | $2,464 |
| Columbia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $675 | $2,582 |
| Columbia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $450 | $4,060 |
| Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $649 | $3,957 |
| Columbia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $499 | $5,458 |
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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 $1,632.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 1,978 square feet unit starting from $2,347 at Killian Lakes Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the average size for Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,401 sq ft.
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