3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fortuna, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fortuna, California as of March 2026. That's +51% higher than the citywide median of $1,268 and +10% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Fortuna
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 Fortuna
Compare Fortuna's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,600 |
| 2 | Oildale | $1,623 |
| 3 | Ridgecrest | $1,640 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,646 |
| 5 | Lakeport | $1,650 |
| 6 | Westmont | $1,663 |
| 7 | California City | $1,720 |
| 8 | Clearlake | $1,750 |
| 9 | Orland | $1,780 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,780 |
| 11 | El Centro | $1,820 |
| 12 | Florence-Graham | $1,835 |
| 13 | Oroville | $1,840 |
| 14 | Paradise | $1,860 |
| 15 | Florin | $1,875 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in California
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $6,055 |
| 2 | Montecito | $6,010 |
| 3 | Scotts Valley | $5,870 |
| 4 | Aptos | $5,870 |
| 5 | Cupertino | $5,850 |
| 6 | Coronado | $5,720 |
| 7 | Foster City | $5,690 |
| 8 | Los Altos | $5,380 |
| 9 | Capitola | $5,340 |
| 10 | Solana Beach | $5,330 |
| 11 | Tiburon | $5,250 |
| 12 | Ladera Ranch | $5,250 |
| 13 | Newport Beach | $5,178 |
| 14 | Sunnyvale | $5,173 |
| 15 | Coto de Caza | $5,130 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Fortuna.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Fortuna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eureka, CA | 15.2 mi | $1,910 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Arcata, CA | 19.7 mi | $2,160 | +$240 (+13%) |
| McKinleyville, CA | 26.9 mi | $2,070 | +$150 (+8%) |
| Ukiah, CA | 116.6 mi | $2,300 | +$380 (+20%) |
| Redding, CA | 124.4 mi | $2,243 | +$323 (+17%) |
| Red Bluff, CA | 124.5 mi | $1,780 | $-140 (-7%) |
| Anderson, CA | 128.5 mi | $2,090 | +$170 (+9%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 134.1 mi | $1,650 | $-270 (-14%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 139.6 mi | $1,940 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Orland, CA | 142 mi | $1,780 | $-140 (-7%) |
| Medford, OR | 148.1 mi | $2,005 | +$85 (+4%) |
| Central Point, OR | 150.7 mi | $2,190 | +$270 (+14%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Fortuna — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Fortuna?
As of March 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Fortuna, California is $1,920 per month. This is +51% higher than the citywide median of $1,268.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Fortuna?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $76,800 ($6,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fortuna expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fortuna's 3-bedroom median of $1,920 is +10% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fortuna rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 403 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Fortuna ranks #19 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Fortuna?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Eureka ($1,910), Red Bluff ($1,780), Lakeport ($1,650).