3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Eugene, OR
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Eugene, Oregon as of July 2026. That's +21% higher than the citywide median of $1,842 and +4% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Eugene
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 Eugene
Compare Eugene's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seaside | $1,416 |
| 2 | Coos Bay | $1,540 |
| 3 | La Grande | $1,540 |
| 4 | Klamath Falls | $1,570 |
| 5 | Pendleton | $1,570 |
| 6 | Wood Village | $1,622 |
| 7 | Hermiston | $1,670 |
| 8 | Prineville | $1,750 |
| 9 | Sutherlin | $1,760 |
| 10 | Roseburg | $1,775 |
| 11 | Sweet Home | $1,820 |
| 12 | Astoria | $1,840 |
| 13 | Stayton | $1,850 |
| 14 | Cottage Grove | $1,860 |
| 15 | Newport | $1,860 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Oregon
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sherwood | $3,460 |
| 2 | Lake Oswego | $3,370 |
| 3 | West Linn | $3,260 |
| 4 | Hillsboro | $2,970 |
| 5 | Wilsonville | $2,950 |
| 6 | Clackamas | $2,880 |
| 7 | Beaverton | $2,880 |
| 8 | Tualatin | $2,870 |
| 9 | West Slope | $2,830 |
| 10 | Gladstone | $2,830 |
| 11 | Portland | $2,802 |
| 12 | Scappoose | $2,780 |
| 13 | Oregon City | $2,760 |
| 14 | Happy Valley | $2,720 |
| 15 | Tigard | $2,695 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Eugene.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Eugene |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, OR | 13.7 mi | $2,030 | $-193 (-9%) |
| Cottage Grove, OR | 23 mi | $1,860 | $-363 (-16%) |
| Sweet Home, OR | 34.5 mi | $1,820 | $-403 (-18%) |
| Corvallis, OR | 36.2 mi | $2,315 | +$92 (+4%) |
| Lebanon, OR | 38.9 mi | $1,990 | $-233 (-10%) |
| Albany, OR | 40.4 mi | $1,985 | $-238 (-11%) |
| Philomath, OR | 41.4 mi | $2,170 | $-53 (-2%) |
| Sutherlin, OR | 46.3 mi | $1,760 | $-463 (-21%) |
| Monmouth, OR | 51.3 mi | $2,100 | $-123 (-6%) |
| Independence, OR | 52.4 mi | $2,450 | +$227 (+10%) |
| Stayton, OR | 58 mi | $1,850 | $-373 (-17%) |
| Roseburg, OR | 59.1 mi | $1,775 | $-448 (-20%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Eugene — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Eugene?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Eugene, Oregon is $2,223 per month. This is +21% higher than the citywide median of $1,842.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Eugene?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $88,920 ($7,410/month gross), which works out to roughly $42.75/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eugene expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Eugene's 3-bedroom median of $2,223 is +4% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 55th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eugene rank for 3-bedroom rent in Oregon?
Among the 64 cities in Oregon with 3-bedroom data, Eugene ranks #31 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Eugene?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Springfield ($2,030), Cottage Grove ($1,860), Sweet Home ($1,820).