Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
10%
Redmond
Redmond, WA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,331
Population
73,895
Renter Mix
60% Rent
This Seattle suburb is the Bicycle Capital of the Northwest
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Welcome to Redmond, Washington, where natural beauty meets Pacific Northwest innovation. As the "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest," this city of 73,000 residents offers apartments ranging from downtown locations averaging $2,319 for one-bedroom units to residential options in established neighborhoods like Education Hill and Overlake. Home to major employers Microsoft and Nintendo of America, Redmond has evolved from its agricultural roots while maintaining its community spirit.
The city's outdoor spaces include 47 public parks across 1,351 acres. Marymoor Park stands out with its summer concert series and popular 48-acre off-leash dog park. Miles of paths, including the Sammamish River Trail and Redmond Central Connector, wind through the city. Local traditions like the Redmond Saturday Market – the longest-running farmers market on the Eastside – and celebrations such as Derby Days and Redmond Lights bring the community together throughout the year. Downtown Redmond features walkable streets, local restaurants, shopping at Redmond Town Center, and public spaces. With its proximity to Seattle via State Route 520, strong school system, and active arts community, Redmond combines suburban living with easy access to city amenities.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$154,057
Average: $171,809
Education
40,040
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
39,832
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Redmond has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
60%
Non-Renters
40%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
51%
Other Education
49%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Redmond, WA is $1,902 for a studio, $2,325 for one bedroom, $2,906 for two bedrooms, and $3,467 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Redmond has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,325/month
706 Sq Ft
House
$3,848/month
1,590 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,207/month
878 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Redmond, WA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Benjamin Rush Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
631 Students
Public
Grades K-5
569 Students
John J. Audubon Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
517 Students
Louisa May Alcott Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
615 Students
Public
Grades K-5
542 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
885 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
771 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 6-8
943 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
752 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,218 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
609 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Arthur Johnson Park
- Nike Neighborhood Park
- Perrigo Community Park
- Marymoor Park
- NE Redmond Area Neighborhood Park
Transit / Subway
Military Bases
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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.