
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, SC (50 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

Parks at Nexton

The Palms at Edgewater

The Hudson at Cane Bay

Vista Sands

Emblem Cane Bay North

Slate Nexton

Cadia Nexton

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Gates at Summerville Apartments

Evado

Chamberlain Pines

Bay Pointe at Summerville

Summer Wind

Wellington Place

MAA Farm Springs

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

96 Blue Jasmine Ln

225 N Metts St
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121 Canvasback Dr

569 E Main St

160 Avonshire Dr

1113 Flyway Rd

2066 Central Ave

307 Pimpernel St

507 Scarlett Maple St

1471 Central Ave

118 Regent St

166 Hayworth Rd
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803 Lilyford Ln

201 Makemie Wy

206 Pimpernel St

1305 Wild Goose Trail

100 English St

125 Brown Swiss Cir

708 E Butternut Rd

112 Sandy Bend Ln
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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 | $1,426 | $1,237 | $1,665 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $990 | $2,986 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,150 | $3,252 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,349 | $3,353 |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,600 | $2,900 |
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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 $2,547. 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 $1,946. 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 | $2,547 |
| Chamberlain Pines | Charm | 1,600 Sq Ft | $1,946 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | 1,540 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| The Murray | C2 | 1,506 Sq Ft | $2,366 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | 1,479 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| Cadia Nexton | 3 Bed Cactus Twin | 1,440 Sq Ft | $2,333 |
| Emblem Summerville | C1.1 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $1,885 |
| Parks at Nexton | Begonia | 1,428 Sq Ft | $1,961 |
| Camellia at One Nexton | C1b | 1,397 Sq Ft | $2,397 |
| The Ames | The Watson | 1,395 Sq Ft | $2,136 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 06, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is the Willow Model starting from $1,349 at Gates at Summerville Apartments in the Arbor Walk neighborhood. The second most affordable Dorchester 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Palms at Edgewater starting at $1,625 in the Myers' Mill Villages neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $2,229. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Dorchester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Gates at Summerville Apartments | Willow | $1,349 |
| The Palms at Edgewater | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $1,625 |
| Sawbranch Apartments | 31.5 | $1,750 |
| Summer Wind | Firefly | $1,792 |
| Emblem Summerville | C1.1 | $1,885 |
| Chamberlain Pines | Charm | $1,946 |
| Parks at Nexton | Begonia | $1,961 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | $1,985 |
| Evado | Sandlewood | $1,995 |
| The Isaac | C1 | $2,040 |
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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 $1,349.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $2,229.
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 $2,547 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 1,710 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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