3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fortuna, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Fortuna, California as of August 2026. That's +55% higher than the citywide median of $1,240 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 | 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? 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%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 134.1 mi | $1,650 | $-270 (-14%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 139.6 mi | $1,940 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Medford, OR | 148.1 mi | $2,005 | +$85 (+4%) |
| Central Point, OR | 150.7 mi | $2,190 | +$270 (+14%) |
| Clearlake, CA | 152.2 mi | $1,750 | $-170 (-9%) |
| Ashland, OR | 154.4 mi | $2,190 | +$270 (+14%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Fortuna — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Fortuna?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Fortuna, California is $1,920 per month. This is +55% higher than the citywide median of $1,240.
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 39th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fortuna rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Fortuna ranks #16 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).