
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, SC (45 Rentals)


The Isaac

Emblem Summerville

Camellia at One Nexton

Legends at Azalea

Bryant at Summerville

Preserve at Ridgeville

The Radler

The Ames

Hawthorne at Summerville
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The Murray

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Cadia Nexton

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Chamberlain Pines

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Summer Wind

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

123 Salt Meadow Ln

106 Starling St

216 Pimpernel St
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225 N Metts St

205 Pinewood Dr

121 Canvasback Dr

1113 Flyway Rd

131 Avalon Rd

507 Scarlett Maple St

118 Regent St

730 Meadowbrook Ln

163 Omalley Dr

206 Pimpernel St
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1471 Central Ave

708 E Butternut Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $1,469 | $1,385 | $1,686 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,538 | $950 | $2,462 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,064 | $3,259 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,349 | $3,221 |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,650 | $2,950 |
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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 The Radler in the Hunters Bend neighborhood and is 1,772 square feet priced from $2,632. Chamberlain Pines in the Myers' Mill Villages neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,600 square feet and currently listed start at $2,300. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Radler | The Innovator | 1,772 Sq Ft | $2,632 |
| Chamberlain Pines | Charm | 1,600 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | 1,540 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| The Murray | C2 | 1,506 Sq Ft | $2,299 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | 1,479 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| Elevate at Brighton Park | TH1 | 1,451 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Cadia Nexton | 3 Bed Cactus Twin | 1,440 Sq Ft | $2,205 |
| Parks at Nexton | Begonia | 1,428 Sq Ft | $2,101 |
| Camellia at One Nexton | C1b | 1,397 Sq Ft | $2,397 |
| The Ames | The Watson | 1,395 Sq Ft | $2,143 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is the Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath Model starting from $1,718 at Wellington Place in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood. The second most affordable Dorchester 3 Bedroom is the 31.5 Model at Sawbranch Apartments starting at $1,750 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $2,204. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington Place | Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath | $1,718 |
| Sawbranch Apartments | 31.5 | $1,750 |
| Vista Sands | DAlessandro | $1,859 |
| Summer Wind | Firefly | $1,966 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | $1,985 |
| The Palms at Edgewater | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $1,999 |
| Evado | Sandlewood | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | $2,013 |
| The Isaac | C1 | $2,085 |
| Parks at Nexton | Begonia | $2,101 |
| Slate Nexton | C1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | $2,138 |
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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 Wellington Place listed at $1,718.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $2,204.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Dorchester is a 1,772 square feet unit starting from $2,632 at The Radler.
What is the average size for Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Dorchester is currently 1,150 sq ft.
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