3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hemet, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hemet, California as of July 2026. That's +39% higher than the citywide median of $1,939 and +27% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Hemet
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 Hemet
Compare Hemet'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Hemet.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Hemet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, CA | 6 mi | $4,550 | +$1,847 (+68%) |
| San Jacinto, CA | 8.1 mi | $2,560 | $-143 (-5%) |
| Menifee, CA | 15.1 mi | $3,640 | +$937 (+35%) |
| Beaumont, CA | 18.5 mi | $2,820 | +$117 (+4%) |
| Perris, CA | 19.6 mi | $3,460 | +$757 (+28%) |
| Banning, CA | 20.6 mi | $2,580 | $-123 (-5%) |
| Wildomar, CA | 20.8 mi | $3,630 | +$927 (+34%) |
| Murrieta, CA | 21.1 mi | $4,105 | +$1,402 (+52%) |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 23.5 mi | $3,575 | +$872 (+32%) |
| Lake Elsinore, CA | 25.9 mi | $3,765 | +$1,062 (+39%) |
| Fallbrook, CA | 26.3 mi | $2,980 | +$277 (+10%) |
| Redlands, CA | 28.3 mi | $3,520 | +$817 (+30%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Hemet — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Hemet?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Hemet, California is $2,703 per month. This is +39% higher than the citywide median of $1,939.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Hemet?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $108,120 ($9,010/month gross), which works out to roughly $51.98/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hemet expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hemet's 3-bedroom median of $2,703 is +27% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 73th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hemet rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Hemet ranks #65 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Hemet?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include San Jacinto ($2,560), Banning ($2,580).