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Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 05, 2025

There are currently 136 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Columbia, MO that range in price from $595 to $4,301. Tenth Hitt Elm Locust, Downtown Columbia and Old Shoe Factory District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Columbia with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Tenth Hitt Elm Locust25$1,647$595
Downtown Columbia24$1,695$939
Old Shoe Factory District24$1,647$939
The Links of Columbia22$1,695$595
Auburn Hills17$1,695$1,050
Mexico Gravel16$1,695$1,100
Tiger Village Apartments8$1,069$939

Largest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MO is found at The Residences at Old Hawthorne in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood and is 2,270 square feet priced from $2,700. Townhomes by Element Communities Columbia has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,060 square feet and currently listed start at $609. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Residences at Old HawthornePebble Beach2,270 Sq Ft$2,700
Townhomes by Element Communities Columbia3BR/3BA - Arrandale2,060 Sq Ft$609
CROSS CREEK VILLAS3/2.52,000 Sq Ft$1,599
Storyboard on HilltopHilltop C21,800 Sq Ft$1,620
Manor HomesSundeck Duplex1,750 Sq Ft$1,695
Aria ApartmentsMarcato1,720 Sq FtCall for Rates
Four Winds3 Bedroom Basement1,450 Sq Ft$1,699
Element Communities Downtown Columbia3BR/3BA - Concord1,225 Sq Ft$1,069

Cheapest Available Columbia 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 05, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Columbia, MO is the 3BR/3BA - Hampton Model starting from $939 at Element Communities Downtown Columbia in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. The second most affordable Columbia 3 Bedroom is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at Manor Homes starting at $1,100 in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Columbia is currently $1,471. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Columbia:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Element Communities Downtown Columbia3BR/3BA - Hampton$939
Manor Homes3BR/1.0BA$1,100
Keeneland Downs ApartmentsLexington Floor Plan - Large 3 BEDROOM With Pool!$1,250
Rock Quarry VillageThree Bedroom Townhome$1,265
Wellington Manor3 BR W/ Garages$1,400
CROSS CREEK VILLAS3/2.5$1,599
Four Winds3 Bedroom TH$1,599
Storyboard on HilltopHilltop C2$1,620
Columbia Square Townhome Apartments3x1.5$1,800

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Columbia Overview

Apartments in Columbia, MO are plentiful and all of them have their own personality. Your preferences are sure to align perfectly with one of them. If you’re looking for a city that’s teeming with ethnic diversity, you’ll love Columbia. It’s the perfect example of a melting pot at its finest. This southern city will offer you a wonderful place to call home.

Why live in Columbia, MO?

Several qualities make Columbia a unique and desirable city. Since there aren't any large cities too close by, it'll be easy to get away when that is needed. If you wind up wanting more city than you have, by traveling several hours east, you can visit the sprawling city of St. Louis. Columbia makes a wonderful retreat from harsh winters of the North and boasts numerous examples of natural beauty. The mighty Missouri River can be reached by a short drive to the southwest.

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Getting Around Columbia, MO

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Columbia, MO Area Reviews

    Unknown • 4+ years in Columbia

    April 14, 2025

    The prices that the landlords have raised rent to is absolutely INSANE in this town. For places not even updated it really makes this town look like it's ran by a bunch of slum lords just collecting that high rent check and taking full advantage of people that have no other choice but to rent. This is embarrassing. There needs to be laws put in place on year make and model of place so people aren't being taken full advantage of...This is awful and any landlord out there knows they are so wrong for doing people like this PERIOD!

    Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Columbia Apartments

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

    The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Columbia is $1,471.

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

    Today's apartment with the most square footage in Columbia is a 2,270 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at The Residences at Old Hawthorne.

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

    The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Columbia is currently 1,463 sq ft.

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