
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NC (53 Rentals)


The Highland

Village at Mills Gap

Groves at Town Center

Chadwick Square Apartments

Autumn Park Apartments Phase II

Seasons at Cane Creek

The Wilmont at Hendersonville

Cove at Pine Ridge

Promenade at Boiling Springs
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Ascend Cottages At Highland Square

The Summit Hendersonville

The Springs

Universal at Lakewood

Brittany Place Hendersonville

Ballantyne Commons of Hendersonville

Gibbs Farm Townhomes

Universal at Boiling Springs

Villas at Lawson Creek

LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS
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The Townes at Clairbrook

Park Residence

Charleston at the Meadows

Sage at Chelsey

Peachtree Village

Autumn Park Apartments

The Regency at Chandler Park

Chandler Ridge

Valley Falls Apartments

Wilson Place
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SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes

575 Sullens Rd

124 Shamrock Park Dr

217 Harrison Acres Dr

150 Marys Ln

21 Red Bird Rd

8 Laurel Brook Dr

521 N Howard Ave

191 Frost Rd

146 Creekview Rd
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250 Highland Golf Dr

68 Brevard Knoll Dr

287 Duncan Rd

377 Creekview Rd

204 Oscelake Way

63 Creekview Rd

621 Morning Mdws Dr

509 Bonner St

609 Pineland Rd

Southern Stays Collection
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,475 | $1,475 | $1,475 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $910 | $1,875 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $300 | $2,439 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $700 | $2,349 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $645 | $625 | $665 |
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Largest Available Columbus and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, NC is found at LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS and is 1,975 square feet priced from $1,825. Autumn Park Apartments Phase II in the Cleveland Park neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,723 square feet and currently listed start at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS | C5 | 1,975 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Autumn Park Apartments Phase II | Three Bedroom | 1,723 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| The Townes at Clairbrook | 3 Bedroom Exterior | 1,502 Sq Ft | $1,849 |
| The Regency at Chandler Park | Three Bedroom | 1,451 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Village at Mills Gap | Laurens - Renovated | 1,447 Sq Ft | $1,292 |
| Villas at Lawson Creek | Cambridge with Sunroom | 1,444 Sq Ft | $1,501 |
| Universal at Lakewood | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome | 1,440 Sq Ft | $1,759 |
| Cove at Pine Ridge | Blue Ridge | 1,440 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
| Universal at Boiling Springs | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome with Garage | 1,440 Sq Ft | $1,759 |
| Autumn Park Apartments | 3x2 sunroom & patio/balcony | 1,434 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
Cheapest Available Columbus and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 29, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, NC is the Laurens - Renovated Model starting from $1,292 at Village at Mills Gap . The second most affordable Columbus 3 Bedroom is the 3x2 Classic Model at Wilson Place starting at $1,375 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,833. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Village at Mills Gap | Laurens - Renovated | $1,292 |
| Wilson Place | 3x2 Classic | $1,375 |
| LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS | C2 | $1,387 |
| The Regency at Chandler Park | Three Bedroom | $1,395 |
| Promenade at Boiling Springs | C1 | $1,405 |
| Autumn Park Apartments | 3x2 sunroom & patio/balcony | $1,415 |
| Villas at Lawson Creek | Cambridge with Sunroom | $1,501 |
| Charleston at the Meadows | 3 Bed/2 Bath Upgraded | $1,595 |
| Gibbs Farm Townhomes | Spacious Three Bedroom Townhome | $1,595 |
| Autumn Park Apartments Phase II | Three Bedroom | $1,650 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbus is $1,833.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,975 square feet unit starting from $1,825 at LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS.
What is the average size for Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 1,700 sq ft.
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