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10500 4th Ave NE,
Seattle, WA 98125
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Rental Market Trends in Seattle, WA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Seattle, WA is $2,134/month.
Rent in Seattle is 28% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,134/month
Average Rent
649 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.7%
Change / Year
7,235
Available Apartments
Seattle rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Seattle average $1,511 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Seattle average $2,134 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Seattle average $2,849 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Seattle average $3,899 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Seattle, WA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.7%, which averages out to $15 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Seattle, WA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
8%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
34%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
29%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Seattle?
Based on current rent prices, Southern Heights-Boulevard Park, Holly Park and Highline are the most affordable neighborhoods in Seattle.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Seattle?
Based on current rent prices, Denny Triangle, Pike Place Market and Belltown are the most expensive neighborhoods in Seattle.
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Which Seattle neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Seattle with the most apartments available are Downtown Seattle, Greater Duwamish and Lake Union .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Seattle, WA?
Because the average rent in Seattle is $2,134, you’ll want to make about $7,113 per month or $85,356 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Seattle, WA is 45.1% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Seattle is 106.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,511 - $3,899. You can expect to pay 10.7% more for groceries, 0.3% less for utilities, and 34.9% more for transportation.
How does Seattle, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Seattle, WA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Seattle Area GuideStudio
$973/month
$2,174/month
One Bedroom
$1,314/month
$3,095/month
Two Bedroom
$1,887/month
$4,425/month
Three Bedroom
$2,349/month
$8,074/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Mercer Island
Avg Rent: $2,365/month
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Kirkland
Avg Rent: $2,353/month
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Bellevue
Avg Rent: $2,581/month
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Bainbridge Island
Avg Rent: $2,363/month
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Shoreline
Avg Rent: $1,922/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Seattle?
The average rent in Seattle is $2,134 per month, which is 28.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Seattle?
The average rent for a house in Seattle, WA is $3,895 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Seattle?
The average rent for a townhome in Seattle, WA is $3,052 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Seattle?
The average rent for a condo in Seattle, WA is $2,237 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Seattle?
Rents in Seattle, WA are increasing, with prices up 0.7% year-over-year and $15 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Seattle?
In Seattle, WA, 34% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.