
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, SC (52 Rentals)


The Isaac

Emblem Summerville

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Camellia at One Nexton

Legends at Azalea

Residences at Sawmill

Bryant at Summerville

Preserve at Ridgeville

The Radler

Hawthorne at Summerville
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The Palms at Edgewater

The Murray

Overlook at Cane Bay

Vista Sands

Arbor Village

Parks at Nexton

Emblem Cane Bay North

Slate Nexton

Cadia Nexton

Elevate at Brighton Park
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Gates at Summerville Apartments

ABODE at Summers Corner

Evado

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Bay Pointe at Summerville

Summer Wind

Wellington Place

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

131 Boone St

1113 Flyway Rd

69 Blue Jasmine Ln
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319 Myers Mayo Rd

133 Cableswynd Way

426 Longleaf Dr

115 Tyron Rd

103 Hyacinth St

1305 Wild Goose Trail

439 Avocet Dr

310 Surfbird Rd

303 Canaberry Cir

493 Cedarview Rd
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726 Ridgley Dr

107 Blossom Wood Ln

327 Myers Mayo Rd

1046 Trotters Blvd

154 Hickory Ridge Way

102 Green Passage Ln

399 Woodgate Wy

708 E Butternut Rd

Cedar Key

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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 | $1,604 | $1,327 | $2,599 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,586 | $1,045 | $2,289 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,150 | $3,099 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,540 | $2,937 |
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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 $2,250. 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 $2,658. 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 | $2,250 |
| The Radler | The Innovator | 1,772 Sq Ft | $2,658 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | 1,540 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
| Elevate at Brighton Park | C1 | 1,466 Sq Ft | $2,312 |
| The Isaac | C1S | 1,433 Sq Ft | $2,110 |
| Camellia at One Nexton | C1b | 1,397 Sq Ft | $2,482 |
| Bay Pointe at Summerville | 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms | 1,379 Sq Ft | $2,148 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Screened In Patio or Porch | 1,362 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Arbor Village | C2R | 1,339 Sq Ft | $1,923 |
| Overlook at Cane Bay | 3A | 1,311 Sq Ft | $2,305 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 30, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is the Twin Willow Model starting from $1,540 at Gates at Summerville Apartments in the Arbor Walk neighborhood. The second most affordable Dorchester 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath Model at Wellington Place starting at $1,748 in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $2,296. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Gates at Summerville Apartments | Twin Willow | $1,540 |
| Wellington Place | Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath | $1,748 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Screened In Patio or Porch | $1,900 |
| Arbor Village | C2R | $1,923 |
| Preserve at Ridgeville | C1 | $1,999 |
| Evado | Sandlewood | 3 Bed | 2 Bath | $2,037 |
| The Isaac | C1S | $2,110 |
| Bay Pointe at Summerville | 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms | $2,148 |
| ABODE at Summers Corner | Flynn | $2,250 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | $2,275 |
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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 Gates at Summerville Apartments listed at $1,540.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $2,296.
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 $2,250 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 1,772 sq ft.
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