3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bennington, VT
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Bennington, Vermont as of March 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,550 and +19% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Bennington
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 Bennington
Compare Bennington's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brattleboro | $1,660 |
| 2 | Barre | $1,680 |
| 3 | Bennington (this page) | $1,730 |
| 4 | Colchester | $2,260 |
| 5 | Burlington | $2,630 |
| 6 | Winooski | $2,700 |
| 7 | South Burlington | $2,790 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $2,790 |
| 2 | Winooski | $2,700 |
| 3 | Burlington | $2,630 |
| 4 | Colchester | $2,260 |
| 5 | Bennington (this page) | $1,730 |
| 6 | Barre | $1,680 |
| 7 | Brattleboro | $1,660 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Bennington.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Bennington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MA | 30.7 mi | $2,090 | +$360 (+21%) |
| Brattleboro, VT | 32.4 mi | $1,660 | $-70 (-4%) |
| Troy, NY | 34.2 mi | $1,620 | $-110 (-6%) |
| Saratoga Springs, NY | 44.5 mi | $2,370 | +$640 (+37%) |
| Latham, NY | 45.4 mi | $2,110 | +$380 (+22%) |
| Clifton Park, NY | 45.4 mi | $1,900 | +$170 (+10%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 46.9 mi | $1,740 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Northampton, MA | 51.1 mi | $2,330 | +$600 (+35%) |
| Delmar, NY | 53.9 mi | $2,200 | +$470 (+27%) |
| Westfield, MA | 55.2 mi | $1,760 | +$30 (+2%) |
| Amherst, MA | 57.9 mi | $2,330 | +$600 (+35%) |
| Chicopee, MA | 61.2 mi | $1,690 | $-40 (-2%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Bennington — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Bennington?
As of March 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Bennington, Vermont is $1,730 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,550.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Bennington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $69,200 ($5,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $33.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bennington expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bennington's 3-bedroom median of $1,730 is +19% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 31th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bennington rank for 3-bedroom rent in Vermont?
Among the 7 cities in Vermont with 3-bedroom data, Bennington ranks #3 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Bennington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Brattleboro ($1,660), Troy ($1,620), Chicopee ($1,690).