3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Tustin, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Tustin, California as of July 2026. That's +32% higher than the citywide median of $3,151 and +95% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Tustin
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 Tustin
Compare Tustin'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Tustin.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Tustin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine, CA | 3.6 mi | $5,014 | +$854 (+21%) |
| Orange, CA | 5.2 mi | $3,734 | $-426 (-10%) |
| Santa Ana, CA | 5.3 mi | $3,405 | $-755 (-18%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 8.6 mi | $3,814 | $-346 (-8%) |
| Lake Forest, CA | 9.5 mi | $4,470 | +$310 (+7%) |
| Laguna Woods, CA | 9.8 mi | $3,610 | $-550 (-13%) |
| Newport Beach, CA | 10.3 mi | $5,178 | +$1,018 (+24%) |
| Fountain Valley, CA | 10.5 mi | $4,210 | +$50 (+1%) |
| Placentia, CA | 10.6 mi | $3,540 | $-620 (-15%) |
| Yorba Linda, CA | 11 mi | $4,645 | +$485 (+12%) |
| Laguna Beach, CA | 11.6 mi | $4,830 | +$670 (+16%) |
| Aliso Viejo, CA | 12.1 mi | $4,630 | +$470 (+11%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Tustin — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Tustin?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Tustin, California is $4,160 per month. This is +32% higher than the citywide median of $3,151.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Tustin?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $166,400 ($13,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $80.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Tustin expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Tustin's 3-bedroom median of $4,160 is +95% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 97th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Tustin rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Tustin ranks #294 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Tustin?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Orange ($3,734), Santa Ana ($3,405), Anaheim ($3,814).