3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in El Segundo, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in El Segundo, California as of July 2026. That's +52% higher than the citywide median of $2,914 and +108% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in El Segundo
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 El Segundo
Compare El Segundo'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than El Segundo.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs El Segundo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Beach, CA | 1.9 mi | $5,010 | +$580 (+13%) |
| Hermosa Beach, CA | 3.7 mi | $4,850 | +$420 (+9%) |
| Hawthorne, CA | 3.9 mi | $2,970 | $-1,460 (-33%) |
| Lawndale, CA | 4.1 mi | $3,180 | $-1,250 (-28%) |
| Inglewood, CA | 4.7 mi | $3,082 | $-1,348 (-30%) |
| Redondo Beach, CA | 4.9 mi | $4,180 | $-250 (-6%) |
| Marina del Rey, CA | 5.4 mi | $5,010 | +$580 (+13%) |
| Culver City, CA | 6.4 mi | $4,310 | $-120 (-3%) |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 6.5 mi | $3,501 | $-929 (-21%) |
| Gardena, CA | 6.9 mi | $2,940 | $-1,490 (-34%) |
| Westmont, CA | 7.2 mi | $1,663 | $-2,767 (-62%) |
| Palos Verdes Estates, CA | 9 mi | $3,501 | $-929 (-21%) |
3-Bedroom rent in El Segundo — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in El Segundo?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in El Segundo, California is $4,430 per month. This is +52% higher than the citywide median of $2,914.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in El Segundo?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $177,200 ($14,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $85.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is El Segundo expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
El Segundo's 3-bedroom median of $4,430 is +108% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 98th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does El Segundo rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, El Segundo ranks #319 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near El Segundo?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Hawthorne ($2,970), Lawndale ($3,180), Inglewood ($3,082).