
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, SC (51 Rentals)


Emblem Summerville

Residences at Sawmill

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Camellia at One Nexton

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Legends at Azalea

Bryant at Summerville

Preserve at Ridgeville

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The Radler

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The Ames

Hawthorne at Summerville
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The Palms at Edgewater

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The Murray

Vista Sands

Arbor Village

Parks at Nexton

Emblem Cane Bay North

Slate Nexton

Cadia Nexton

Elevate at Brighton Park

MAA Farm Springs
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Gates at Summerville Apartments

ABODE at Summers Corner

Evado

Chamberlain Pines

Bay Pointe at Summerville

Summer Wind

Wellington Place

The Retreat at Carlile Townes

121 Canvasback Dr

839 W Richardson Ave
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216 Pimpernel St

1113 Flyway Rd

507 Scarlett Maple St

1017 Swamp Harrier Ave

131 Boone St

604 Scarlett Maple St

202 Trillium Ave

163 Omalley Dr

69 Blue Jasmine Ln

730 Meadowbrook Ln
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105 Barberry St

111 Cozy Nest Wy

213 Sagebrush Ln

317 Woodward Blvd

316 Torslanda Ln

708 E Butternut Rd

1018 Lacebark Dr

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Sawbranch Apartments

The Hudson at Cane Bay
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 | $1,503 | $1,395 | $1,698 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $950 | $2,488 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,150 | $3,404 |
Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $1,375 | $3,520 |
| 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 ABODE at Summers Corner in the The Club at Legend Oaks neighborhood and is 1,910 square feet priced from $2,450. 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 $2,662. 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 | $2,450 |
| The Radler | The Innovator | 1,772 Sq Ft | $2,662 |
| The Retreat at Carlile Townes | The Carlile | 1,540 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
| The Murray | C2 | 1,506 Sq Ft | $2,392 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Sunroom | 1,479 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Camellia at One Nexton | C2b | 1,469 Sq Ft | $2,707 |
| Cadia Nexton | 3 Bed Cactus Twin | 1,440 Sq Ft | $2,230 |
| Emblem Cane Bay North | C1 | 1,434 Sq Ft | $2,064 |
| The Isaac | C1S | 1,433 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| MAA Farm Springs | Clydesdale | 1,430 Sq Ft | $2,085 |
Cheapest Available Dorchester and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 21, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Dorchester, SC is the Twin Willow Model starting from $1,375 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 $1,550 in the The Bluffs at Ashley River neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Dorchester is currently $2,260. 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 | $1,375 |
| Wellington Place | Three Bedroom, One and Half Bath | $1,550 |
| Sawbranch Apartments | 31.5 | $1,765 |
| Vista Sands | DAlessandro | $1,784 |
| Legends at Azalea | Legend w/Screened In Patio or Porch | $1,895 |
| Summer Wind | Firefly | $1,998 |
| Arbor Village | C2R | $2,016 |
| The Isaac | C1S | $2,025 |
| Bryant at Summerville | C1 | $2,035 |
| Slate Nexton | C1 - Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom | $2,058 |
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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 $1,375.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Dorchester Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Dorchester is $2,260.
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 $2,450 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 1,553 sq ft.
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