9 North
9 N 9th St,
Yakima, WA 98901
$750 - $1,425
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Yakima
Yakima, WA Area Guide
Yakima is a hoppy city in Washington Wine Country
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Nestled in Washington's agricultural heartland, Yakima combines small-city living with outdoor adventure. The rental market remains affordable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $948 and two-bedroom units averaging $1,190. West Valley and Terrace Heights are established neighborhoods, each offering their own character and mountain views. The Yakima Greenway provides 20 miles of parks and pathways along the Yakima and Naches rivers, making it easy to stay active year-round.
The Yakima Valley, producing 77% of America's hops, celebrates its agricultural roots through local farmers markets and seasonal festivals. Downtown features the restored Capitol Theatre, local shops, and an evolving food scene. Annual traditions include the Fresh Hop Ale Festival and Central Washington State Fair. For education, the city is home to Yakima Valley College and Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. The semi-arid climate brings warm summers and mild winters with minimal rainfall. Located just 60 miles from Mount Rainier National Park, Yakima serves as a gateway to both city amenities and outdoor recreation.
Explore the City
Downtown Yakima has a plethora of of boutiques and great eateries.
Rimrock Lake offer ample opportunities for swimming and fishing.
Yakima's homes are stunning and very affordable in todays market.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Yakima, WA is $864 for a studio, $1,008 for one bedroom, $1,247 for two bedrooms, and $1,476 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yakima has increased by 4.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,008/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$2,233/month
1,391 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Yakima, WA is 1.8% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Yakima is 13.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $864 - $1,476. You can expect to pay 7.0% more for groceries, 14.8% more for utilities, and 17.9% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Yakima, WA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
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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.
Some Transit
28
/ 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.
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Schools
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East Valley Central Middle School
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Yakima Greenway
- Yakima Area Arboretum
- Yakima Sportsman State Park
Airports
- Yakima Air Trml/McAllister Field
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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.