3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Burlington, VT
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Burlington, Vermont as of July 2026. That's +32% higher than the citywide median of $1,990 and +23% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Burlington
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 Burlington
Compare Burlington'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 | Colchester | $2,260 |
| 4 | Burlington (this page) | $2,630 |
| 5 | Winooski | $2,700 |
| 6 | 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 (this page) | $2,630 |
| 4 | Colchester | $2,260 |
| 5 | Barre | $1,680 |
| 6 | Brattleboro | $1,660 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Burlington.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Burlington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winooski, VT | 2.2 mi | $2,700 | +$70 (+3%) |
| South Burlington, VT | 3.3 mi | $2,790 | +$160 (+6%) |
| Colchester, VT | 4.8 mi | $2,260 | $-370 (-14%) |
| Barre, VT | 54.6 mi | $1,680 | $-950 (-36%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 85.8 mi | $1,740 | $-890 (-34%) |
| Lebanon, NH | 89 mi | $2,700 | +$70 (+3%) |
| Claremont, NH | 98.2 mi | $1,790 | $-840 (-32%) |
| Saratoga Springs, NY | 103.5 mi | $2,370 | $-260 (-10%) |
| Ballston Spa, NY | 111.4 mi | $2,220 | $-410 (-16%) |
| Clifton Park, NY | 118.9 mi | $1,900 | $-730 (-28%) |
| Potsdam, NY | 119.1 mi | $1,340 | $-1,290 (-49%) |
| Brattleboro, VT | 119.2 mi | $1,660 | $-970 (-37%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Burlington — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Burlington?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Burlington, Vermont is $2,630 per month. This is +32% higher than the citywide median of $1,990.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Burlington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $105,200 ($8,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $50.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Burlington expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Burlington's 3-bedroom median of $2,630 is +23% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 70th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Burlington rank for 3-bedroom rent in Vermont?
Among the 6 cities in Vermont with 3-bedroom data, Burlington ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Burlington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Colchester ($2,260), Barre ($1,680), Glens Falls ($1,740).