3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Barstow, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Barstow, California as of October 2026. That's +66% higher than the citywide median of $1,467 and +15% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Barstow
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 Barstow
Compare Barstow's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,579 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,600 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,650 |
| 4 | Westmont | $1,663 |
| 5 | California City | $1,720 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $1,750 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $1,780 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,820 |
| 9 | Oroville | $1,840 |
| 10 | Paradise | $1,860 |
| 11 | Florin | $1,875 |
| 12 | Isla Vista | $1,904 |
| 13 | Eureka | $1,910 |
| 14 | Porterville | $1,910 |
| 15 | Fortuna | $1,920 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montecito | $6,010 |
| 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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Barstow.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Barstow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley, CA | 35.6 mi | $2,450 | +$10 (0%) |
| Victorville, CA | 41.9 mi | $2,860 | +$420 (+17%) |
| Adelanto, CA | 43.4 mi | $2,940 | +$500 (+20%) |
| Hesperia, CA | 49 mi | $3,130 | +$690 (+28%) |
| Big Bear City, CA | 50.8 mi | $2,510 | +$70 (+3%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 51.8 mi | $2,440 | — |
| Lake Arrowhead, CA | 52.3 mi | $3,260 | +$820 (+34%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 54.5 mi | $2,910 | +$470 (+19%) |
| Crestline, CA | 55.3 mi | $2,840 | +$400 (+16%) |
| Highland, CA | 60.8 mi | $2,720 | +$280 (+11%) |
| California City, CA | 64.9 mi | $1,720 | $-720 (-30%) |
| Yucaipa, CA | 65.5 mi | $2,840 | +$400 (+16%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Barstow — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Barstow?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Barstow, California is $2,440 per month. This is +66% higher than the citywide median of $1,467.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Barstow?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $97,600 ($8,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $46.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Barstow expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Barstow's 3-bedroom median of $2,440 is +15% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 63th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Barstow rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 381 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Barstow ranks #43 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Barstow?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include California City ($1,720).