3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Eureka, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Eureka, California as of July 2026. That's +25% higher than the citywide median of $1,528 and +10% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Eureka
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 Eureka
Compare Eureka'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 (this page) | $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 Eureka.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Eureka |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcata, CA | 7 mi | $2,160 | +$250 (+13%) |
| McKinleyville, CA | 13.1 mi | $2,070 | +$160 (+8%) |
| Redding, CA | 125.9 mi | $2,243 | +$333 (+17%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 126.1 mi | $1,940 | +$30 (+2%) |
| Red Bluff, CA | 129.6 mi | $1,780 | $-130 (-7%) |
| Ukiah, CA | 130.3 mi | $2,300 | +$390 (+20%) |
| Anderson, CA | 131.4 mi | $2,090 | +$180 (+9%) |
| Medford, OR | 136.9 mi | $2,005 | +$95 (+5%) |
| Central Point, OR | 138.8 mi | $2,190 | +$280 (+15%) |
| Ashland, OR | 144.6 mi | $2,190 | +$280 (+15%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 147 mi | $1,650 | $-260 (-14%) |
| Clearlake, CA | 164.3 mi | $1,750 | $-160 (-8%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Eureka — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Eureka?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Eureka, California is $1,910 per month. This is +25% higher than the citywide median of $1,528.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Eureka?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $76,400 ($6,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eureka expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Eureka's 3-bedroom median of $1,910 is +10% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 39th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eureka rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Eureka ranks #15 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Eureka?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Red Bluff ($1,780), Lakeport ($1,650), Clearlake ($1,750).