3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Falmouth, ME
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Falmouth, Maine as of September 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $3,011 and +58% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Falmouth
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 Falmouth
Compare Falmouth's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Maine
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cape Elizabeth | $3,380 |
| 2 | Falmouth (this page) | $3,370 |
| 3 | Yarmouth | $2,840 |
| 4 | Scarborough | $2,830 |
| 5 | South Portland | $2,770 |
| 6 | Kittery | $2,670 |
| 7 | Freeport | $2,670 |
| 8 | Portland | $2,517 |
| 9 | Saco | $2,460 |
| 10 | Brunswick | $2,310 |
| 11 | Gorham | $2,280 |
| 12 | Old Orchard Beach | $2,180 |
| 13 | Biddeford | $2,180 |
| 14 | Bath | $1,910 |
| 15 | Old Town | $1,810 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Falmouth.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Falmouth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 4.8 mi | $2,517 | $-853 (-25%) |
| South Portland, ME | 7.6 mi | $2,770 | $-600 (-18%) |
| Yarmouth, ME | 9 mi | $2,840 | $-530 (-16%) |
| Cape Elizabeth, ME | 10.9 mi | $3,380 | +$10 (0%) |
| Scarborough, ME | 12.1 mi | $2,830 | $-540 (-16%) |
| Gorham, ME | 13.1 mi | $2,280 | $-1,090 (-32%) |
| Freeport, ME | 14.8 mi | $2,670 | $-700 (-21%) |
| Old Orchard Beach, ME | 16.7 mi | $2,180 | $-1,190 (-35%) |
| Saco, ME | 18.5 mi | $2,460 | $-910 (-27%) |
| Biddeford, ME | 22.4 mi | $2,180 | $-1,190 (-35%) |
| Brunswick, ME | 23.6 mi | $2,310 | $-1,060 (-31%) |
| Auburn, ME | 23.8 mi | $1,640 | $-1,730 (-51%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Falmouth — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Falmouth?
As of September 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Falmouth, Maine is $3,370 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $3,011.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Falmouth?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $134,800 ($11,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $64.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Falmouth expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Falmouth's 3-bedroom median of $3,370 is +58% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 88th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Falmouth rank for 3-bedroom rent in Maine?
Among the 21 cities in Maine with 3-bedroom data, Falmouth ranks #20 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Falmouth?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Portland ($2,517), South Portland ($2,770), Yarmouth ($2,840).