3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Folsom, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Folsom, California as of August 2026. That's +44% higher than the citywide median of $2,670 and +81% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Folsom
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 Folsom
Compare Folsom's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,538 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,600 |
| 3 | Barstow | $1,630 |
| 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 | Eureka | $1,910 |
| 15 | Porterville | $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 | Millbrae | $5,080 |
| 15 | Santa Barbara | $5,050 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Folsom.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Folsom |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Hills, CA | 5.5 mi | $4,190 | +$340 (+9%) |
| Orangevale, CA | 5.5 mi | $3,270 | $-580 (-15%) |
| Granite Bay, CA | 6.2 mi | $4,490 | +$640 (+17%) |
| Fair Oaks, CA | 7.8 mi | $3,120 | $-730 (-19%) |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 10.4 mi | $2,935 | $-915 (-24%) |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | 10.6 mi | $3,410 | $-440 (-11%) |
| Rocklin, CA | 12.4 mi | $3,815 | $-35 (-1%) |
| Shingle Springs, CA | 12.8 mi | $3,110 | $-740 (-19%) |
| Roseville, CA | 12.9 mi | $3,627 | $-223 (-6%) |
| Carmichael, CA | 13 mi | $2,780 | $-1,070 (-28%) |
| Antelope, CA | 15.7 mi | $3,620 | $-230 (-6%) |
| La Riviera, CA | 16 mi | $2,063 | $-1,787 (-46%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Folsom — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Folsom?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Folsom, California is $3,850 per month. This is +44% higher than the citywide median of $2,670.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Folsom?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $154,000 ($12,833/month gross), which works out to roughly $74.04/hour at a full-time job.
Is Folsom expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Folsom's 3-bedroom median of $3,850 is +81% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 95th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Folsom rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Folsom ranks #258 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Folsom?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Orangevale ($3,270), Fair Oaks ($3,120), Citrus Heights ($2,935).