4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Morro Bay, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Morro Bay, California as of September 2026. That's +20% higher than the citywide median of $2,999 and +43% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Morro Bay
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 Morro Bay
Compare Morro Bay's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,909 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | California City | $2,070 |
| 5 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 7 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 8 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 9 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 11 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 12 | Eureka | $2,280 |
| 13 | Newman | $2,290 |
| 14 | Florence-Graham | $2,296 |
| 15 | Shafter | $2,320 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Montecito | $6,700 |
| 3 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Morro Bay.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Morro Bay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Osos, CA | 7.8 mi | $3,770 | +$170 (+5%) |
| Atascadero, CA | 8.5 mi | $3,330 | $-270 (-7%) |
| Templeton, CA | 10.3 mi | $4,660 | +$1,060 (+29%) |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 12.7 mi | $4,015 | +$415 (+12%) |
| Paso Robles, CA | 18.3 mi | $3,510 | $-90 (-2%) |
| Pismo Beach, CA | 19.1 mi | $4,420 | +$820 (+23%) |
| Arroyo Grande, CA | 27.2 mi | $3,980 | +$380 (+11%) |
| Santa Maria, CA | 44.2 mi | $4,330 | +$730 (+20%) |
| Lompoc, CA | 63.6 mi | $4,080 | +$480 (+13%) |
| Solvang, CA | 70.4 mi | $4,080 | +$480 (+13%) |
| Goleta, CA | 80.5 mi | $4,880 | +$1,280 (+36%) |
| Lemoore, CA | 90.8 mi | $2,920 | $-680 (-19%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Morro Bay — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Morro Bay?
As of September 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Morro Bay, California is $3,600 per month. This is +20% higher than the citywide median of $2,999.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Morro Bay?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $144,000 ($12,000/month gross), which works out to roughly $69.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Morro Bay expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Morro Bay's 4+ bedroom median of $3,600 is +43% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 83th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Morro Bay rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Morro Bay ranks #120 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Morro Bay?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Atascadero ($3,330), Paso Robles ($3,510), Lemoore ($2,920).