
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MO (36 Rentals)


The Hill

Storyboard on Hilltop

Four Winds Apartments

Lake View

Timber Ridge

Park View

Bethel Duplexes

Boulder Springs Columbia
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Columbia Square Apartments

Claudell Homes I & II

608 N Prospect Ave

1206 S Murray Ave

109 E Clay St

705 Elliott Ln

4180 W Bethany Dr

4340 W Bethany Dr

4337 W Bethany Dr
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307 McBaine Ave

307 Ridgeway Ave

805 Clinkscales Rd

4712 Salem Dr

1506 St Andrew St

4303 Mt Carmel Ln

1400 Hunt Ct

7498 Hillside Dr

4705 W Gillespie Bridge Rd
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4004 Clydesdale Dr

2000 Wynfield Dr

4084 Snapdragon Dr

3809 W Rollins Rd

2606 Lloyd Dr

6711 New Town Ave

8 5900

Trailside Apartments

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,198 | $875 | $1,703 |
| Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $950 | $1,964 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $1,322 | $1,941 |
| Nelson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $695 | $2,500 |
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Largest Available Nelson and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, MO is found at The Falls of Columbia and is 2,000 square feet priced from $1,499. Storyboard on Hilltop has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,800 square feet and currently listed start at $1,620. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Nelson:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Falls of Columbia | 3BR/2.5BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Storyboard on Hilltop | Hilltop C2 | 1,800 Sq Ft | $1,620 |
| Four Winds Apartments | The Breeze | 1,450 Sq Ft | $1,411 |
| Lake View | 3 Bed 3 Bath Apartment | 1,350 Sq Ft | $1,595 |
| Boulder Springs Columbia | Evergreen | 1,331 Sq Ft | $1,922 |
| The Hill | 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Columbia Square Apartments | Columbia Square Three Bedroom | 1,025 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
Cheapest Available Nelson and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 04, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Nelson, MO is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Model starting from $1,295 at The Hill . The second most affordable Nelson 3 Bedroom is the The Oakridge Model at Four Winds Apartments starting at $1,322 in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Nelson is currently $1,557. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Nelson:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Hill | 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | $1,295 |
| Four Winds Apartments | The Oakridge | $1,322 |
| Storyboard on Hilltop | Hilltop C1 | $1,425 |
| The Falls of Columbia | 3BR/2.5BA | $1,499 |
| Lake View | 3 Bed 3 Bath Apartment | $1,595 |
| Columbia Square Apartments | Columbia Square Three Bedroom | $1,800 |
| Boulder Springs Columbia | Evergreen | $1,922 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Nelson Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Nelson Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is $1,557.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Nelson is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $1,499 at The Falls of Columbia.
What is the average size for Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Nelson is currently 1,371 sq ft.
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