3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lumberton, TX
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lumberton, Texas as of October 2026. That's +29% lower than the citywide median of $1,948 and +35% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Lumberton
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 Lumberton
Compare Lumberton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hudson Oaks | $786 |
| 2 | Salado | $950 |
| 3 | Clute | $978 |
| 4 | Orange | $1,194 |
| 5 | Alton | $1,210 |
| 6 | Livingston | $1,210 |
| 7 | Eagle Pass | $1,230 |
| 8 | Mabank | $1,230 |
| 9 | Paris | $1,250 |
| 10 | Weslaco | $1,285 |
| 11 | Del Rio | $1,290 |
| 12 | Edinburg | $1,307 |
| 13 | Bonham | $1,310 |
| 14 | Mission | $1,310 |
| 15 | Athens | $1,320 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $3,550 |
| 2 | Argyle | $3,550 |
| 3 | Alamo Heights | $3,501 |
| 4 | Flower Mound | $3,465 |
| 5 | Aledo | $3,390 |
| 6 | Little Elm | $3,300 |
| 7 | Keller | $3,180 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $3,170 |
| 9 | Justin | $3,140 |
| 10 | Haslet | $3,110 |
| 11 | Fresno | $3,050 |
| 12 | Forney | $3,050 |
| 13 | Bellaire | $3,050 |
| 14 | Royse City | $2,980 |
| 15 | Celina | $2,930 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Lumberton.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Lumberton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont, TX | 11.9 mi | $1,492 | +$102 (+7%) |
| Nederland, TX | 21.1 mi | $1,720 | +$330 (+24%) |
| Orange, TX | 21.5 mi | $1,194 | $-196 (-14%) |
| Port Arthur, TX | 28.1 mi | $1,400 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Livingston, TX | 54.5 mi | $1,210 | $-180 (-13%) |
| Sulphur, LA | 57.1 mi | $1,260 | $-130 (-9%) |
| Baytown, TX | 60.1 mi | $1,890 | +$500 (+36%) |
| Crosby, TX | 62.7 mi | $1,730 | +$340 (+24%) |
| Westlake, LA | 63.8 mi | $1,380 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Lake Charles, LA | 67.4 mi | $1,443 | +$53 (+4%) |
| New Caney, TX | 68.7 mi | $1,850 | +$460 (+33%) |
| Atascocita, TX | 69.5 mi | $2,610 | +$1,220 (+88%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Lumberton — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Lumberton?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Lumberton, Texas is $1,390 per month. This is +29% below the citywide median of $1,948.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Lumberton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $55,600 ($4,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lumberton expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lumberton's 3-bedroom median of $1,390 is +35% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 10th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lumberton rank for 3-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 250 cities in Texas with 3-bedroom data, Lumberton ranks #24 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Lumberton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Orange ($1,194), Livingston ($1,210), Sulphur ($1,260).