3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Carbondale, CO
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, Colorado as of June 2026. That's +25% lower than the citywide median of $4,033 and +42% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Carbondale
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 Carbondale
Compare Carbondale's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $1,310 |
| 2 | Trinidad | $1,380 |
| 3 | Stratmoor | $1,436 |
| 4 | Sterling | $1,440 |
| 5 | Cortez | $1,470 |
| 6 | Montrose | $1,630 |
| 7 | Granby | $1,650 |
| 8 | Clifton | $1,680 |
| 9 | Pueblo | $1,718 |
| 10 | Cherry Creek | $1,785 |
| 11 | Manitou Springs | $1,880 |
| 12 | Rifle | $1,950 |
| 13 | Grand Junction | $2,010 |
| 14 | Glendale | $2,013 |
| 15 | Durango | $2,060 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $3,700 |
| 2 | Peyton | $3,600 |
| 3 | Erie | $3,430 |
| 4 | Morrison | $3,410 |
| 5 | Monument | $3,360 |
| 6 | Commerce City | $3,300 |
| 7 | Greenwood Village | $3,290 |
| 8 | Vail | $3,226 |
| 9 | Thornton | $3,203 |
| 10 | Lone Tree | $3,200 |
| 11 | Castle Rock | $3,185 |
| 12 | Evergreen | $3,170 |
| 13 | Littleton | $3,160 |
| 14 | Parker | $3,140 |
| 15 | Broomfield | $3,140 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Carbondale.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Carbondale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 26.4 mi | $2,270 | $-750 (-25%) |
| Basalt, CO | 26.9 mi | $2,910 | $-110 (-4%) |
| Aspen, CO | 34.6 mi | $2,860 | $-160 (-5%) |
| Eagle, CO | 38.8 mi | $2,530 | $-490 (-16%) |
| Vail, CO | 60 mi | $3,226 | +$206 (+7%) |
| Montrose, CO | 67.4 mi | $1,630 | $-1,390 (-46%) |
| Silverthorne, CO | 70.6 mi | $2,820 | $-200 (-7%) |
| Rifle, CO | 74.3 mi | $1,950 | $-1,070 (-35%) |
| Clifton, CO | 88.2 mi | $1,680 | $-1,340 (-44%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 91.9 mi | $2,450 | $-570 (-19%) |
| Grand Junction, CO | 96.3 mi | $2,010 | $-1,010 (-33%) |
| Granby, CO | 105.5 mi | $1,650 | $-1,370 (-45%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Carbondale — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Carbondale?
As of June 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Carbondale, Colorado is $3,020 per month. This is +25% below the citywide median of $4,033.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Carbondale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $120,800 ($10,067/month gross), which works out to roughly $58.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Carbondale expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Carbondale's 3-bedroom median of $3,020 is +42% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 80th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Carbondale rank for 3-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 68 cities in Colorado with 3-bedroom data, Carbondale ranks #48 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Carbondale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Glenwood Springs ($2,270), Basalt ($2,910), Aspen ($2,860).