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Rental Market Trends in Arlington, WA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Arlington, WA is $1,769/month.

Rent in Arlington is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,769/month

Average Rent

656 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2%

Change / Year

431

Available Apartments

Arlington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Arlington average $1,503 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $1,769 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $2,088 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Arlington average $2,208 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,503/month
485 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,769/month
656 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,088/month
959 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,208/month
1,187 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,247/month
1,625 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Arlington, WA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $36 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Arlington, WA

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Arlington, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
16% $1,001 - $1,500/month
56% $1,501 - $2,000/month
12% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Arlington, WA?

Because the average rent in Arlington is $1,769, you’ll want to make about $5,896 per month or $70,752 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.

City

Arlington, WA

431 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Arlington, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Arlington, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Marysville

    Marysville

    Avg Rent: $1,867/month

  • Stanwood

    Stanwood

    Avg Rent: $2,016/month

  • Granite Falls

    Granite Falls

    Avg Rent: $1,392/month

  • Lake Stevens

    Lake Stevens

    Avg Rent: $1,814/month

Apartment Communities in Arlington We Think You'll Love

Ironwood Place

Ironwood Place

18725 67th Ave NE,
Arlington, WA 98223

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,695 - $2,250

The Lux

The Lux

20505 Olympic Pl,
Arlington, WA 98223

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,630 - $2,180

Carrolls Creek Landing Townhomes

Carrolls Creek Landing Townhomes

18111 25th Ave NE,
Marysville, WA 98271

2-4 Beds | $2,395 - $3,431

The Timbers by Vintage

The Timbers by Vintage

8510 212th St NE,
Arlington, WA 98223

2-3 Beds | $1,950 - $2,031

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Arlington?

The average rent in Arlington is $1,769 per month, which is 6.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Arlington?

The average rent for a house in Arlington, WA is $3,247 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Arlington?

Rents in Arlington, WA are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $36 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Arlington?

In Arlington, WA, 56% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Washington Arlington Rental Trends

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.

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