3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Wildomar, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Wildomar, California as of July 2026. That's +35% higher than the citywide median of $2,698 and +70% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Wildomar
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 Wildomar
Compare Wildomar'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 Wildomar.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Wildomar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murrieta, CA | 3.8 mi | $4,105 | +$475 (+13%) |
| Lake Elsinore, CA | 6.7 mi | $3,765 | +$135 (+4%) |
| Menifee, CA | 7.9 mi | $3,640 | +$10 (0%) |
| Winchester, CA | 14.8 mi | $4,550 | +$920 (+25%) |
| Perris, CA | 15 mi | $3,460 | $-170 (-5%) |
| Fallbrook, CA | 16.1 mi | $2,980 | $-650 (-18%) |
| Hemet, CA | 20.8 mi | $2,703 | $-927 (-26%) |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 20.9 mi | $3,575 | $-55 (-2%) |
| Rancho Mission Viejo, CA | 23 mi | $3,501 | $-129 (-4%) |
| Riverside, CA | 23.4 mi | $3,469 | $-161 (-4%) |
| Coto de Caza, CA | 23.8 mi | $5,130 | +$1,500 (+41%) |
| Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 24.3 mi | $4,400 | +$770 (+21%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Wildomar — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Wildomar?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Wildomar, California is $3,630 per month. This is +35% higher than the citywide median of $2,698.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Wildomar?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $145,200 ($12,100/month gross), which works out to roughly $69.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Wildomar expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Wildomar's 3-bedroom median of $3,630 is +70% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Wildomar rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Wildomar ranks #219 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Wildomar?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Perris ($3,460), Fallbrook ($2,980), Hemet ($2,703).