
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NC (55 Rentals)


221 Dublin Ln

Ashley Meadows

The Highland

Village at Mills Gap

The Townes at Clairbrook

Groves at Town Center

Chadwick Square Apartments

Autumn Park Apartments Phase II

Seasons at Cane Creek
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The Wilmont at Hendersonville

Cove at Pine Ridge

The Springs

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Ascend Cottages At Highland Square

Ballantyne Commons of Hendersonville

Promenade at Boiling Springs

Universal at Lakewood

Brittany Place Hendersonville

Gibbs Farm Townhomes

Universal at Boiling Springs
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Villas at Lawson Creek

LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS

The Summit Hendersonville

Park Residence

The Regency at Chandler Park

Sage at Chelsey

Peachtree Village

Autumn Park Apartments

Chandler Ridge

Valley Falls Apartments
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The Bradford Apartments

Wilson Place

124 Shamrock Park Dr

1010 Burnt Chimney Rd

39B Jacobs Way Dr

423 Crest Rd

67 Covered Bridge Dr

119 Sharons Way

900 Hebron Rd

251 Landwood Ln
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64 Valentine St

124 Creekview Rd

377 Creekview Rd

130 Creekview Rd

4841 Jordan Rd

242 Highland Golf Dr

399 Balsam Rd

124 Guy Cothran Rd

204 Oscelake Way

509 Bonner St
Columbus, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Studio Apartments | $1,480 | $1,480 | $1,480 |
| Columbus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $772 | $1,915 |
| Columbus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $300 | $2,439 |
Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $700 | $2,354 |
| Columbus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $640 | $615 | $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 Autumn Park Apartments Phase II in the Cleveland Park neighborhood and is 1,723 square feet priced from $1,650. The Regency at Chandler Park has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,451 square feet and currently listed start at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Park Apartments Phase II | Three Bedroom | 1,723 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| The Regency at Chandler Park | Three Bedroom | 1,451 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Village at Mills Gap | Laurens - Renovated | 1,447 Sq Ft | $1,389 |
| Ascend Cottages At Highland Square | D3 | 1,446 Sq Ft | $2,199 |
| Villas at Lawson Creek | Cambridge with Sunroom | 1,444 Sq Ft | $1,369 |
| 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 | $1,529 |
| Autumn Park Apartments | 3x2 sunroom & patio/balcony | 1,434 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
| The Summit Hendersonville | Sandburg | 1,429 Sq Ft | $2,339 |
| Groves at Town Center | The Dartmouth with Balcony and | 1,408 Sq Ft | $2,145 |
Cheapest Available Columbus and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 24, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbus, NC is the 3BR/1.5BA Model starting from $1,250 at The Bradford Apartments . The second most affordable Columbus 3 Bedroom is the Cambridge with Sunroom Model at Villas at Lawson Creek starting at $1,369 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbus is currently $1,843. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbus:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Bradford Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | $1,250 |
| Villas at Lawson Creek | Cambridge with Sunroom | $1,369 |
| Wilson Place | 3x2 Classic | $1,375 |
| Village at Mills Gap | Laurens - Renovated | $1,389 |
| The Regency at Chandler Park | Three Bedroom | $1,395 |
| Promenade at Boiling Springs | C1 | $1,410 |
| Autumn Park Apartments | 3x2 sunroom & patio/balcony | $1,415 |
| The Hub at Palmetto Pointe | HUB-3x3C | $1,479 |
| Sage at Chelsey | 3BR/2.5BA | $1,499 |
| Universal at Boiling Springs | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome | $1,529 |
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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 $1,843.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbus Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbus is a 1,723 square feet unit starting from $1,650 at Autumn Park Apartments Phase II.
What is the average size for Columbus 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbus is currently 1,677 sq ft.
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