4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Barstow, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Barstow, California as of October 2026. That's +103% higher than the citywide median of $1,467 and +18% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ 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 4+ 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 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,929 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | California City | $2,070 |
| 5 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 7 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 8 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 9 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 10 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 11 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 12 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 13 | Eureka | $2,280 |
| 14 | Fortuna | $2,300 |
| 15 | Shafter | $2,320 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Montecito | $6,700 |
| 3 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Barstow.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Barstow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley, CA | 35.6 mi | $2,985 | +$5 (0%) |
| Victorville, CA | 41.9 mi | $3,483 | +$503 (+17%) |
| Adelanto, CA | 43.4 mi | $3,240 | +$260 (+9%) |
| Hesperia, CA | 49 mi | $3,810 | +$830 (+28%) |
| Big Bear City, CA | 50.8 mi | $3,050 | +$70 (+2%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 51.8 mi | $2,980 | — |
| Lake Arrowhead, CA | 52.3 mi | $3,960 | +$980 (+33%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 54.5 mi | $3,540 | +$560 (+19%) |
| Crestline, CA | 55.3 mi | $3,460 | +$480 (+16%) |
| Highland, CA | 60.8 mi | $3,310 | +$330 (+11%) |
| California City, CA | 64.9 mi | $2,070 | $-910 (-31%) |
| Yucaipa, CA | 65.5 mi | $3,460 | +$480 (+16%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Barstow — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Barstow?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Barstow, California is $2,980 per month. This is +103% higher than the citywide median of $1,467.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Barstow?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $119,200 ($9,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $57.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Barstow expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Barstow's 4+ bedroom median of $2,980 is +18% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 67th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Barstow rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Barstow ranks #45 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Barstow?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include California City ($2,070).