3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Avondale, AZ
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Avondale, Arizona as of October 2026. That's +71% higher than the citywide median of $1,658 and +33% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Avondale
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Avondale
Compare Avondale's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Tucson | $1,327 |
| 2 | Winslow | $1,399 |
| 3 | Arizona City | $1,635 |
| 4 | Bullhead City | $1,815 |
| 5 | Kingman | $1,825 |
| 6 | Glendale | $1,871 |
| 7 | Sierra Vista | $1,885 |
| 8 | Show Low | $1,890 |
| 9 | Mesa | $1,896 |
| 10 | Gold Canyon | $1,901 |
| 11 | Fort Mohave | $1,940 |
| 12 | Phoenix | $1,945 |
| 13 | Tempe | $2,009 |
| 14 | Cottonwood | $2,040 |
| 15 | Yuma | $2,050 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anthem | $3,730 |
| 2 | Queen Creek | $3,540 |
| 3 | Gilbert | $3,503 |
| 4 | Scottsdale | $3,380 |
| 5 | Litchfield Park | $3,350 |
| 6 | Buckeye | $3,205 |
| 7 | San Tan Valley | $3,170 |
| 8 | Surprise | $3,100 |
| 9 | Peoria | $3,055 |
| 10 | Fountain Hills | $3,050 |
| 11 | Maricopa | $2,965 |
| 12 | Vail | $2,890 |
| 13 | Tolleson | $2,890 |
| 14 | Oro Valley | $2,890 |
| 15 | Avondale (this page) | $2,830 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Avondale.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Avondale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tolleson, AZ | 3.5 mi | $2,890 | +$60 (+2%) |
| Goodyear, AZ | 6.1 mi | $2,100 | $-730 (-26%) |
| Litchfield Park, AZ | 8.1 mi | $3,350 | +$520 (+18%) |
| Youngtown, AZ | 9.5 mi | $2,290 | $-540 (-19%) |
| El Mirage, AZ | 10 mi | $2,530 | $-300 (-11%) |
| Glendale, AZ | 11.4 mi | $1,871 | $-959 (-34%) |
| Waddell, AZ | 12.9 mi | $2,751 | $-79 (-3%) |
| Sun City, AZ | 13.2 mi | $2,545 | $-285 (-10%) |
| Surprise, AZ | 13.9 mi | $3,100 | +$270 (+10%) |
| Peoria, AZ | 15.5 mi | $3,055 | +$225 (+8%) |
| Sun City West, AZ | 16.7 mi | $2,490 | $-340 (-12%) |
| Phoenix, AZ | 16.7 mi | $1,945 | $-885 (-31%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Avondale — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Avondale?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Avondale, Arizona is $2,830 per month. This is +71% higher than the citywide median of $1,658.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Avondale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $113,200 ($9,433/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Avondale expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Avondale's 3-bedroom median of $2,830 is +33% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 76th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Avondale rank for 3-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 52 cities in Arizona with 3-bedroom data, Avondale ranks #38 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Avondale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Goodyear ($2,100), Youngtown ($2,290), El Mirage ($2,530).