3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Yorba Linda, CA
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Yorba Linda, California as of July 2026. That's +14% higher than the citywide median of $4,083 and +118% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Yorba Linda
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 Yorba Linda
Compare Yorba Linda'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 Yorba Linda.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Yorba Linda |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chino Hills, CA | 5.3 mi | $4,620 | $-25 (-1%) |
| Placentia, CA | 6.3 mi | $3,540 | $-1,105 (-24%) |
| Diamond Bar, CA | 7.7 mi | $4,270 | $-375 (-8%) |
| Orange, CA | 8.2 mi | $3,734 | $-911 (-20%) |
| Brea, CA | 8.9 mi | $4,070 | $-575 (-12%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 8.9 mi | $3,814 | $-831 (-18%) |
| Chino, CA | 9.2 mi | $4,050 | $-595 (-13%) |
| Eastvale, CA | 11 mi | $4,620 | $-25 (-1%) |
| Tustin, CA | 11 mi | $4,160 | $-485 (-10%) |
| Rowland Heights, CA | 11.1 mi | $3,390 | $-1,255 (-27%) |
| Fullerton, CA | 11.2 mi | $3,573 | $-1,072 (-23%) |
| Pomona, CA | 11.9 mi | $2,940 | $-1,705 (-37%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Yorba Linda — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Yorba Linda?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Yorba Linda, California is $4,645 per month. This is +14% higher than the citywide median of $4,083.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Yorba Linda?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $185,800 ($15,483/month gross), which works out to roughly $89.33/hour at a full-time job.
Is Yorba Linda expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Yorba Linda's 3-bedroom median of $4,645 is +118% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 98th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Yorba Linda rank for 3-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 3-bedroom data, Yorba Linda ranks #344 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Yorba Linda?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Chino Hills ($4,620), Placentia ($3,540), Diamond Bar ($4,270).