3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Sun City, AZ
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Sun City, Arizona as of August 2026. That's +46% higher than the citywide median of $1,746 and +19% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Sun City
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 Sun City
Compare Sun City's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bullhead City | $1,815 |
| 2 | Kingman | $1,825 |
| 3 | Glendale | $1,871 |
| 4 | Sierra Vista | $1,885 |
| 5 | Mesa | $1,905 |
| 6 | Fort Mohave | $1,940 |
| 7 | Phoenix | $1,940 |
| 8 | Cottonwood | $2,040 |
| 9 | Tempe | $2,050 |
| 10 | Yuma | $2,050 |
| 11 | Green Valley | $2,090 |
| 12 | Tucson | $2,092 |
| 13 | Goodyear | $2,095 |
| 14 | Prescott | $2,157 |
| 15 | Lake Havasu City | $2,170 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waddell | $3,860 |
| 2 | Anthem | $3,730 |
| 3 | Queen Creek | $3,540 |
| 4 | Gilbert | $3,503 |
| 5 | Scottsdale | $3,380 |
| 6 | Litchfield Park | $3,350 |
| 7 | Buckeye | $3,205 |
| 8 | San Tan Valley | $3,170 |
| 9 | Surprise | $3,100 |
| 10 | Peoria | $3,055 |
| 11 | Fountain Hills | $3,050 |
| 12 | Maricopa | $2,965 |
| 13 | Vail | $2,890 |
| 14 | Tolleson | $2,890 |
| 15 | Oro Valley | $2,890 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Sun City.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Sun City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, AZ | 3.6 mi | $3,055 | +$510 (+20%) |
| Youngtown, AZ | 3.8 mi | $2,290 | $-255 (-10%) |
| El Mirage, AZ | 4 mi | $2,530 | $-15 (-1%) |
| Sun City West, AZ | 6.1 mi | $2,490 | $-55 (-2%) |
| Glendale, AZ | 7.1 mi | $1,871 | $-674 (-26%) |
| Surprise, AZ | 7.5 mi | $3,100 | +$555 (+22%) |
| Waddell, AZ | 12 mi | $3,860 | +$1,315 (+52%) |
| Litchfield Park, AZ | 12 mi | $3,350 | +$805 (+32%) |
| Avondale, AZ | 13.2 mi | $2,830 | +$285 (+11%) |
| Tolleson, AZ | 15.3 mi | $2,890 | +$345 (+14%) |
| Phoenix, AZ | 16.4 mi | $1,940 | $-605 (-24%) |
| Goodyear, AZ | 16.6 mi | $2,095 | $-450 (-18%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Sun City — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Sun City?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Sun City, Arizona is $2,545 per month. This is +46% higher than the citywide median of $1,746.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Sun City?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $101,800 ($8,483/month gross), which works out to roughly $48.94/hour at a full-time job.
Is Sun City expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Sun City's 3-bedroom median of $2,545 is +19% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 68th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Sun City rank for 3-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 48 cities in Arizona with 3-bedroom data, Sun City ranks #30 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Sun City?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Youngtown ($2,290), El Mirage ($2,530), Sun City West ($2,490).