3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Columbia, MD (86 Rentals)

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Forest Ridge
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Forest Ridge

5890 Stevens Forest RdColumbia, MD 21045
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Waverly Winds
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Waverly Winds

10339 Twin Rivers RdColumbia, MD 21044
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Robinson Overlook
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Robinson Overlook

7410 Grace DrColumbia, MD 21044
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Ranleagh Court
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Ranleagh Court

5951-6033 Turnabout LnColumbia, MD 21044
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Oakland Place
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Oakland Place

7525 Oakland Mills RdColumbia, MD 21046
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Largest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is found at Dorsey Overlook in the Taylor Village neighborhood and is 2,481 square feet priced from $3,850. Dorsey Mill in the Gatherings at Lyndwood neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,563 square feet and currently listed start at $3,254. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Dorsey OverlookThe Centennial2,481 Sq Ft$3,850
Dorsey MillCB1 - The Forge1,563 Sq Ft$3,254
Clary's CrossingChesapeake1,486 Sq Ft$2,866
Enclave at Emerson3 Bed/2 Bath TH w/2 Car Garage-Back1,470 Sq Ft$3,266
The Metropolitan Downtown ColumbiaE31,465 Sq Ft$3,518
JuniperCM-61,428 Sq Ft$3,645
Avalon Fairway Hills-MeadowsC1-14131,413 Sq Ft$2,751
10X Columbia Town CenterC11,403 Sq Ft$2,902
Gramercy at Town CenterC11,401 Sq Ft$3,337
Country Meadows Apartments3BR/2BA Family Room Converted1,358 Sq Ft$2,310

Cheapest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 18, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MD is the 3BR/2BA Model starting from $2,240 at Country Meadows Apartments in the Jones Station neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath Townhome Model at Howard Hills Townhomes starting at $2,250 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $3,417. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Country Meadows Apartments3BR/2BA$2,240
Howard Hills Townhomes3 Bedroom 1 1/2 Bath Townhome$2,250
Columbia Pointe3 BR 2 BA$2,250
Avalon Fairway Hills-MeadowsC1-1274$2,546
Monarch Mills ApartmentsZinnia$2,580
Ashton GreenThe Fishers$2,600
Columbia Choice ApartmentsS 3x2$2,650
The Apartments at Tamar Meadow3BR 2BA$2,756
Autumn Town CenterHICKORY$2,830
Clary's CrossingChesapeake$2,859

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Columbia Overview

Apartments in Columbia are situated close to shopping, recreation, restaurants, and more. The designers of Columbia wanted to create pleasant place to live, and they certainly succeeded! The community is less hectic than Baltimore, but it is within easy driving distance to the hustle and bustle of Baltimore.

Why live in Columbia, MD?

The city was specifically planned with a noble idea in mind: to enhance the quality of life of its inhabitants, and it does just that. Apartments in Columbia are close to a wide array of working opportunities in a variety of fields. The area is host to a diverse community, and has some of the best schools in the state of Maryland. Columbia was rated #1 on Time.com's list of best places to live in the United States, and dwellers in Columbia apartments can enjoy the closeness of a small neighborhood atmosphere and a low crime rate.

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Columbia, MD

Ranked #19

Among cities in Maryland for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Columbia, MD

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Columbia with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Columbia is at Country Meadows Apartments listed at $2,240.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $3,417.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,481 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at Dorsey Overlook.

What is the average size for Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,200 sq ft.

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