3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Centennial, CO
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Centennial, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +37% higher than the citywide median of $2,228 and +44% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Centennial
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 Centennial
Compare Centennial's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $1,310 |
| 2 | Stratmoor | $1,436 |
| 3 | Sterling | $1,440 |
| 4 | Cortez | $1,470 |
| 5 | Montrose | $1,630 |
| 6 | Granby | $1,650 |
| 7 | Clifton | $1,680 |
| 8 | Pueblo | $1,718 |
| 9 | Cherry Creek | $1,763 |
| 10 | Manitou Springs | $1,880 |
| 11 | Rifle | $1,950 |
| 12 | Grand Junction | $2,010 |
| 13 | Durango | $2,060 |
| 14 | Greeley | $2,145 |
| 15 | Northglenn | $2,213 |
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 | Glendale | $3,294 |
| 8 | Greenwood Village | $3,290 |
| 9 | Vail | $3,226 |
| 10 | Thornton | $3,203 |
| 11 | Lone Tree | $3,200 |
| 12 | Castle Rock | $3,185 |
| 13 | Evergreen | $3,170 |
| 14 | Littleton | $3,160 |
| 15 | Parker | $3,140 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Centennial.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Centennial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Village, CO | 1.1 mi | $3,290 | +$232 (+8%) |
| Meridian, CO | 4.1 mi | $2,227 | $-831 (-27%) |
| Lone Tree, CO | 4.6 mi | $3,200 | +$142 (+5%) |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 6.8 mi | $3,700 | +$642 (+21%) |
| Englewood, CO | 7.9 mi | $2,444 | $-614 (-20%) |
| Glendale, CO | 8 mi | $3,294 | +$236 (+8%) |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 8.3 mi | $1,763 | $-1,295 (-42%) |
| Denver, CO | 9.9 mi | $2,928 | $-130 (-4%) |
| Aurora, CO | 10.2 mi | $2,819 | $-239 (-8%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 10.8 mi | $3,110 | +$52 (+2%) |
| Littleton, CO | 11.8 mi | $3,160 | +$102 (+3%) |
| Parker, CO | 12.9 mi | $3,140 | +$82 (+3%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Centennial — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Centennial?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Centennial, Colorado is $3,058 per month. This is +37% higher than the citywide median of $2,228.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Centennial?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $122,320 ($10,193/month gross), which works out to roughly $58.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Centennial expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Centennial's 3-bedroom median of $3,058 is +44% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 81th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Centennial rank for 3-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 3-bedroom data, Centennial ranks #46 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Centennial?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Meridian ($2,227), Englewood ($2,444), Cherry Creek ($1,763).