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Auburn, WA 98002
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Rental Market Trends in Auburn, WA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Auburn, WA is $1,591/month.
Rent in Auburn is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.
$1,591/month
Average Rent
637 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.5%
Change / Year
353
Available Apartments
Auburn rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Auburn average $1,413 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Auburn average $1,591 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Auburn average $1,874 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Auburn average $2,356 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Auburn, WA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $41 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Auburn, WA
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
12%
$700 - $1,000/month
29%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
40%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
16%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Auburn?
Based on current rent prices, Plateau, North Auburn and Lakeland North are the most affordable neighborhoods in Auburn.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Auburn?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Auburn, South Auburn and Lea Hill are the most expensive neighborhoods in Auburn.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Auburn neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Auburn with the most apartments available are South Auburn, Downtown Auburn and Plateau .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Auburn, WA?
Because the average rent in Auburn is $1,591, you’ll want to make about $5,303 per month or $63,636 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.
How does Auburn, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Auburn, 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.
View the Auburn Area GuideStudio
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$1,555/month
One Bedroom
$1,490/month
$1,612/month
Two Bedroom
$1,862/month
$1,724/month
Three Bedroom
$2,040/month
$1,620/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Algona
Avg Rent: $628/month
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Pacific
Avg Rent: $1,556/month
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Sumner
Avg Rent: $1,796/month
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Milton
Avg Rent: $1,658/month
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Edgewood
Avg Rent: $1,741/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Auburn?
The average rent in Auburn is $1,591 per month, which is 4.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Auburn?
The average rent for a house in Auburn, WA is $3,136 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Auburn?
Rents in Auburn, WA are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $41 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Auburn?
In Auburn, WA, 40% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.