4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Fullerton, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Fullerton, California as of July 2026. That's +48% higher than the citywide median of $2,872 and +69% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Fullerton
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Fullerton
Compare Fullerton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,823 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $2,001 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 9 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 10 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 11 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 12 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 13 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 14 | Eureka | $2,280 |
| 15 | Florence-Graham | $2,296 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Coto de Caza | $6,130 |
| 10 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 11 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 12 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 13 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 14 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 15 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Fullerton.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Fullerton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brea, CA | 4.1 mi | $4,870 | +$610 (+14%) |
| La Habra, CA | 4.5 mi | $4,030 | $-230 (-5%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 4.6 mi | $4,547 | +$287 (+7%) |
| Placentia, CA | 4.9 mi | $4,240 | $-20 (0%) |
| Buena Park, CA | 5.6 mi | $4,325 | +$65 (+2%) |
| La Mirada, CA | 5.9 mi | $4,190 | $-70 (-2%) |
| Rowland Heights, CA | 6.6 mi | $3,760 | $-500 (-12%) |
| Stanton, CA | 7.4 mi | $4,030 | $-230 (-5%) |
| Orange, CA | 8.1 mi | $4,456 | +$196 (+5%) |
| Hacienda Heights, CA | 8.7 mi | $3,660 | $-600 (-14%) |
| Cypress, CA | 8.9 mi | $4,410 | +$150 (+4%) |
| Whittier, CA | 9.2 mi | $3,696 | $-564 (-13%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Fullerton — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Fullerton?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Fullerton, California is $4,260 per month. This is +48% higher than the citywide median of $2,872.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Fullerton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $170,400 ($14,200/month gross), which works out to roughly $81.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fullerton expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Fullerton's 4+ bedroom median of $4,260 is +69% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 93th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fullerton rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 384 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Fullerton ranks #232 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Fullerton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include La Habra ($4,030), Placentia ($4,240), La Mirada ($4,190).