3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Colorado Springs, CO
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Colorado Springs, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +58% higher than the citywide median of $1,739 and +29% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Colorado Springs
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 Colorado Springs
Compare Colorado Springs'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 Colorado Springs.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Colorado Springs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratmoor, CO | 8 mi | $1,436 | $-1,309 (-48%) |
| Security-Widefield, CO | 9.6 mi | $2,660 | $-85 (-3%) |
| Manitou Springs, CO | 12.4 mi | $1,880 | $-865 (-32%) |
| Monument, CO | 15.8 mi | $3,360 | +$615 (+22%) |
| Fountain, CO | 17.9 mi | $2,900 | +$155 (+6%) |
| Peyton, CO | 20.3 mi | $3,600 | +$855 (+31%) |
| Woodland Park, CO | 25.8 mi | $2,220 | $-525 (-19%) |
| Castle Rock, CO | 30.8 mi | $3,185 | +$440 (+16%) |
| Castle Pines, CO | 39.1 mi | $3,110 | +$365 (+13%) |
| Parker, CO | 42.6 mi | $3,140 | +$395 (+14%) |
| Pueblo, CO | 42.9 mi | $1,718 | $-1,027 (-37%) |
| Cherry Creek, CO | 44.9 mi | $1,763 | $-982 (-36%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Colorado Springs — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Colorado Springs?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Colorado Springs, Colorado is $2,745 per month. This is +58% higher than the citywide median of $1,739.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Colorado Springs?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $109,800 ($9,150/month gross), which works out to roughly $52.79/hour at a full-time job.
Is Colorado Springs expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Colorado Springs's 3-bedroom median of $2,745 is +29% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Colorado Springs rank for 3-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 3-bedroom data, Colorado Springs ranks #37 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Colorado Springs?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Stratmoor ($1,436), Security-Widefield ($2,660), Manitou Springs ($1,880).