
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Dorchester, SC (58 Rentals)


Bryant at Summerville

Emblem Summerville

Residences at Sawmill

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Camellia at One Nexton

Hawthorne at Summerville

Legends at Azalea

Preserve at Ridgeville

The Radler

The Palms at Edgewater
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The Murray

Elevate at Brighton Park

Vista Sands

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Arbor Village

Treehaven

Parks at Nexton

Hutchinson

Overlook at Cane Bay

Emblem Cane Bay North

Slate Nexton
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Cadia Nexton

Summer Wind

Wellington Place

Gates at Summerville Apartments

ABODE at Summers Corner

Evado

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Bay Pointe at Summerville

MAA Farm Springs

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

216 Bonita Ln
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101 Sandlewood Dr

107 Sasportas Ln

134 Ashdown Dr

606 N Maple St

213 Quaker Rd

219 Highwoods Plantation Ave

391 Tiliwa St

194 Avonshire Dr

97 Avonshire Dr

426 Longleaf Dr
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221 Cozy Brook Ct

310 Surfbird Rd

103 Hyacinth St

1689 Eider Down Dr

928 Woodside Creek Ln

704 Ladywood Dr

154 Hickory Ridge Way

1046 Trotters Blvd

101 Proprietors Ln

105 Whimbrel Dr
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Dorchester, SC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $1,587 | $1,302 | $2,177 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $1,003 | $2,325 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $1,150 | $3,091 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $1,540 | $3,175 |
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Largest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is found at ABODE at Summers Corner in the The Club at Legend Oaks neighborhood and is 1,910 square feet priced from $2,285. The Radler in the Hunters Bend neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,772 square feet and currently listed start at $2,594. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABODE at Summers Corner | Flynn | 1,910 Sq Ft | $2,285 |
| The Radler | The Innovator | 1,772 Sq Ft | $2,594 |
| Elevate at Brighton Park | Carr | 1,641 Sq Ft | $2,376 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | 1,540 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Residences at Sawmill | C2 Alt 1 | 1,493 Sq Ft | $2,745 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | 1,479 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Camellia at One Nexton | C2b | 1,469 Sq Ft | $2,732 |
| Emblem Summerville | C1.1 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $2,104 |
| Emblem Cane Bay North | C1 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $2,074 |
| Arbor Village | C2R | 1,339 Sq Ft | $1,887 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 22, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model starting from $1,558 at Cedar Key in the Summerville neighborhood. The second most affordable Dorchester 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom Model at Treehaven starting at $1,599 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $2,283. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Key | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $1,558 |
| Treehaven | 3 Bedroom | $1,599 |
| Wellington Place | Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath | $1,746 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | $1,850 |
| Arbor Village | C2R | $1,887 |
| Evado | Sandlewood | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | $2,063 |
| Emblem Cane Bay North | C1 | $2,074 |
| The Isaac | C1 | $2,085 |
| Emblem Summerville | C1 | $2,104 |
| Slate Nexton | C1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | $2,120 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Dorchester with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Dorchester is at Cedar Key listed at $1,558.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $2,283.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,910 square feet unit starting from $2,285 at ABODE at Summers Corner.
What is the average size for Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 1,524 sq ft.
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