3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rifle, CO
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Rifle, Colorado as of September 2026. That's +24% lower than the citywide median of $2,575 and +8% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Rifle
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 Rifle
Compare Rifle'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 | Federal Heights | $1,822 |
| 11 | Manitou Springs | $1,880 |
| 12 | Rifle (this page) | $1,950 |
| 13 | Grand Junction | $2,010 |
| 14 | Cherry Creek | $2,027 |
| 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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Rifle.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Rifle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton, CO | 49.4 mi | $1,680 | $-270 (-14%) |
| Grand Junction, CO | 53.7 mi | $2,010 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 56.8 mi | $2,270 | +$320 (+16%) |
| Fruita, CO | 64.2 mi | $2,230 | +$280 (+14%) |
| Carbondale, CO | 74.3 mi | $3,020 | +$1,070 (+55%) |
| Montrose, CO | 90.5 mi | $1,630 | $-320 (-16%) |
| Eagle, CO | 94.5 mi | $2,530 | +$580 (+30%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 102.8 mi | $2,450 | +$500 (+26%) |
| Aspen, CO | 107.8 mi | $2,860 | +$910 (+47%) |
| Vernal, UT | 112 mi | $1,300 | $-650 (-33%) |
| Vail, CO | 119.2 mi | $3,226 | +$1,276 (+65%) |
| Rock Springs, WY | 127.2 mi | $1,240 | $-710 (-36%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Rifle — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Rifle?
As of September 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Rifle, Colorado is $1,950 per month. This is +24% below the citywide median of $2,575.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Rifle?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,000 ($6,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rifle expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rifle's 3-bedroom median of $1,950 is +8% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rifle rank for 3-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 68 cities in Colorado with 3-bedroom data, Rifle ranks #12 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Rifle?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Clifton ($1,680), Montrose ($1,630), Vernal ($1,300).