3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Burbank, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Burbank, California as of July 2026. That's +36% higher than the citywide median of $2,765 and +77% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Burbank
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 Burbank
Compare Burbank's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,492 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,600 |
| 3 | Barstow | $1,639 |
| 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 | Isla Vista | $1,904 |
| 15 | Eureka | $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 | Coto de Caza | $5,130 |
| 15 | Millbrae | $5,080 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Burbank.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Burbank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale, CA | 4.7 mi | $3,775 | +$11 (0%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 6 mi | $3,955 | +$191 (+5%) |
| West Hollywood, CA | 7.7 mi | $4,650 | +$886 (+24%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 8.2 mi | $5,010 | +$1,246 (+33%) |
| Beverly Hills, CA | 9.4 mi | $4,787 | +$1,023 (+27%) |
| Los Angeles, CA | 10.6 mi | $3,672 | $-92 (-2%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 12.4 mi | $3,840 | +$76 (+2%) |
| Altadena, CA | 12.5 mi | $3,790 | +$26 (+1%) |
| Pasadena, CA | 12.9 mi | $3,922 | +$158 (+4%) |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 13.3 mi | $3,501 | $-263 (-7%) |
| Culver City, CA | 13.3 mi | $4,310 | +$546 (+15%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 14.4 mi | $3,065 | $-699 (-19%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Burbank — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Burbank?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Burbank, California is $3,764 per month. This is +36% higher than the citywide median of $2,765.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Burbank?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $150,560 ($12,547/month gross), which works out to roughly $72.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Burbank expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Burbank's 3-bedroom median of $3,764 is +77% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Burbank rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Burbank ranks #245 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Burbank?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Los Angeles ($3,672), View Park-Windsor Hills ($3,501), Alhambra ($3,065).