3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hawthorne, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hawthorne, California as of July 2026. That's +39% higher than the citywide median of $2,138 and +39% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Hawthorne
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 Hawthorne
Compare Hawthorne'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 | $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 Hawthorne.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Hawthorne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawndale, CA | 1.8 mi | $3,180 | +$210 (+7%) |
| Inglewood, CA | 2.7 mi | $3,082 | +$112 (+4%) |
| Gardena, CA | 3.1 mi | $2,940 | $-30 (-1%) |
| Westmont, CA | 3.7 mi | $1,663 | $-1,307 (-44%) |
| El Segundo, CA | 3.9 mi | $4,430 | +$1,460 (+49%) |
| Manhattan Beach, CA | 4.1 mi | $5,010 | +$2,040 (+69%) |
| Redondo Beach, CA | 4.8 mi | $4,180 | +$1,210 (+41%) |
| Hermosa Beach, CA | 5 mi | $4,850 | +$1,880 (+63%) |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 5.6 mi | $3,501 | +$531 (+18%) |
| Culver City, CA | 7.2 mi | $4,310 | +$1,340 (+45%) |
| Florence-Graham, CA | 8 mi | $1,835 | $-1,135 (-38%) |
| Marina del Rey, CA | 8.5 mi | $5,010 | +$2,040 (+69%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Hawthorne — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Hawthorne?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Hawthorne, California is $2,970 per month. This is +39% higher than the citywide median of $2,138.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Hawthorne?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $118,800 ($9,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $57.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hawthorne expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hawthorne's 3-bedroom median of $2,970 is +39% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 79th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hawthorne rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Hawthorne ranks #101 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Hawthorne?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Gardena ($2,940), Westmont ($1,663), Florence-Graham ($1,835).