Bothell

Canyon Creek-39th SE residents love being close to I-405.
Main Street in Westhill offers a small area where shopping and dining is always nearby.
Treat yourself to a day of shopping at Canyon Park in Canyon Creek-39th SE.
Modern living in these beautiful North Creek gems.
Enjoy a hand crafted drink at Sidekick Coffee in the nearby Woodinville Town Center.

Bothell, WA Area Guide

Superb local treasures come with this Washington suburbia

Suburb University Parks Great Schools Hiking Restaurants

Located in the Sammamish River Valley, Bothell combines suburban living with easy access to city amenities. Since its founding as a logging community in 1870, the city has evolved into a technology and biotechnology center while preserving its community-focused atmosphere. Downtown Bothell features a walkable Main Street lined with independent shops and restaurants. The city maintains extensive green spaces, including access to the Burke-Gilman Trail and Sammamish River Trail, offering opportunities for recreation and alternative commuting options.

The rental market in Bothell reflects its location and economy, with current average rents ranging from $1,857 for studios to $3,055 for three-bedroom units. While studio and one-bedroom rates have seen slight decreases (-2.7% and -0.3% respectively), three-bedroom apartments show a 3.1% annual increase. Housing options include apartments in the renovated downtown area and established communities in neighborhoods like Canyon Park and Maywood/Beckstrom Hill. The University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College campus contributes to the area's educational resources. Downtown Bothell features a seasonal pedestrian plaza on Main Street during summer months, enhancing the downtown experience with outdoor dining and community gatherings.

Explore the City

Rows of homes in the Brickyard Road neighborhood consist of many different styles.

Treat yourself to a day of shopping at Canyon Park in Canyon Creek-39th SE.

Modern living in these beautiful North Creek gems.

Enjoy a hand crafted drink at Sidekick Coffee in the nearby Woodinville Town Center.

Westhill is a mixed neighborhood of residential and commercial areas combined.

Head to the Bothell Public Library for an afternoon of reading.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Bothell, WA is $1,825 for a studio, $1,996 for one bedroom, $2,484 for two bedrooms, and $3,031 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bothell has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,996/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$3,425/month
1,693 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,548/month
1,137 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bothell, WA is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

47 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Some Transit

26 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Bikeable

50 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Woodside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Cedar Wood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Canyon Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Lockwood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Shelton View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Northshore Jr High School

Public

Grades 6-8

Skyview Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Canyon Park Jr High School

Public

Grades 6-8

Northshore Special Services

Public

Grades PK-12

Bothell High School

Public

Grades 9-12

North Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Secondary Academy For Success

Public

Grades 9-12

Lynnwood High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Northshore Online School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Saint Edward State Park
  • Juanita Bay Park
  • Bruggers Bog
  • North City Park
  • Hamlin Park

Airports

  • Seattle Paine Field International
  • Seattle-Tacoma International

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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 February 2026.