3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Altadena, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Altadena, California as of August 2026. That's +16% higher than the citywide median of $3,255 and +78% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Altadena
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 Altadena
Compare Altadena's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,538 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,600 |
| 3 | Barstow | $1,630 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $1,650 |
| 5 | Westmont | $1,663 |
| 6 | California City | $1,720 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $1,750 |
| 8 | Red Bluff | $1,780 |
| 9 | El Centro | $1,820 |
| 10 | Florence-Graham | $1,835 |
| 11 | Oroville | $1,840 |
| 12 | Paradise | $1,860 |
| 13 | Florin | $1,875 |
| 14 | Eureka | $1,910 |
| 15 | Porterville | $1,910 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $6,055 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $5,870 |
| 3 | Aptos | $5,870 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $5,850 |
| 5 | Coronado | $5,720 |
| 6 | Foster City | $5,690 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $5,380 |
| 8 | Capitola | $5,340 |
| 9 | Solana Beach | $5,330 |
| 10 | Tiburon | $5,250 |
| 11 | Ladera Ranch | $5,250 |
| 12 | Newport Beach | $5,178 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $5,173 |
| 14 | Millbrae | $5,080 |
| 15 | Santa Barbara | $5,050 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Altadena.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Altadena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasadena, CA | 2.9 mi | $3,922 | +$132 (+3%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 5 mi | $5,010 | +$1,220 (+32%) |
| San Marino, CA | 5.3 mi | $3,670 | $-120 (-3%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 6 mi | $3,840 | +$50 (+1%) |
| Sierra Madre, CA | 6.3 mi | $3,620 | $-170 (-4%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 7.1 mi | $3,325 | $-465 (-12%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 7.3 mi | $3,955 | +$165 (+4%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 7.7 mi | $3,065 | $-725 (-19%) |
| Arcadia, CA | 8.2 mi | $3,535 | $-255 (-7%) |
| Glendale, CA | 8.4 mi | $3,775 | $-15 (0%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 9.6 mi | $2,940 | $-850 (-22%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 9.9 mi | $2,950 | $-840 (-22%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Altadena — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Altadena?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Altadena, California is $3,790 per month. This is +16% higher than the citywide median of $3,255.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Altadena?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $151,600 ($12,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $72.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Altadena expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Altadena's 3-bedroom median of $3,790 is +78% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Altadena rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Altadena ranks #244 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Altadena?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include San Marino ($3,670), Sierra Madre ($3,620), San Gabriel ($3,325).