Kirkland

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Kirkland, WA

Area Guide

Seattle suburb boasts plenty of waterfront parks and beaches.

Suburban Lakefront Quaint Commuter

Situated along Lake Washington's shoreline, Kirkland combines waterfront living with city conveniences. Downtown Kirkland features art galleries, restaurants, and lakeside parks where residents can take in water views and enjoy outdoor activities. Current rental trends show steady market conditions, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,321, while two-bedroom units typically command $2,863 per month. The community has experienced modest rent increases across all unit sizes, with year-over-year changes ranging from 1.6% to 2.0%, indicating a stable rental market.

Kirkland connects to both Saint Edward and Bridle Trails State Parks, offering miles of hiking trails and natural spaces. The Kirkland Arts Center, housed in the historic Peter Kirk Building, anchors the city's arts scene. The area serves as home to major employers including Google and Tableau Software, while EvergreenHealth Medical Center provides comprehensive healthcare services. Notable areas include Juanita Beach Park with its swimming area and tennis courts, the developing Totem Lake district, and the Market neighborhood. Northwest University's campus adds to the area's educational resources, while the Cross Kirkland Corridor provides a paved trail connecting neighborhoods throughout the city.

Explore the City

"First Romance" sculpture in Houghton Beach Park

Boats on Lake Washington

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Kirkland, WA is $1,669 for a studio, $2,273 for one bedroom, $2,837 for two bedrooms, and $3,308 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kirkland has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,273/month
716 Sq Ft
House
$4,616/month
2,146 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,556/month
839 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Kirkland, WA

Transportation

68

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

40

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Schools

Peter Kirk Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

600 Students

Rose Hill Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

477 Students

Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

517 Students

Henry David Thoreau Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

409 Students

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

399 Students

Kamiakin Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

618 Students

Kirkland Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

575 Students

Finn Hill Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

669 Students

Lake Washington High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,015 Students

Juanita High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,695 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Juanita Bay Park
  • Willows Creek Neighborhood Park
  • Bridle Trails State Park
  • Grass Lawn Community Park
  • Spiritbrook Neighborhood 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 November 2025.