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Rental Market Trends in Bellevue, WA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Bellevue, WA is $2,566/month.

Rent in Bellevue is 54% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,566/month

Average Rent

726 Sq Ft

Average Size

+5.1%

Change / Year

2,776

Available Apartments

Bellevue rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bellevue average $2,161 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bellevue average $2,566 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bellevue average $3,192 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bellevue average $4,303 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,161/month
485 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,566/month
726 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,192/month
1,059 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,303/month
1,393 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,039/month
1,045 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,979/month
1,919 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,384/month
3,065 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,292/month
640 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,801/month
1,021 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,438/month
669 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,849/month
1,161 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,514/month
1,373 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bellevue, WA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 5.1%, which averages out to $132 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bellevue, WA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bellevue, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
1% $700 - $1,000/month
6% $1,001 - $1,500/month
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
74% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bellevue?

Based on current rent prices, Richards Valley, Eastgate and Factoria are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bellevue.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Richards Valley
$1,710/month
496 Sq Ft
Eastgate
$1,717/month
518 Sq Ft
Factoria
$1,752/month
521 Sq Ft
Southeast Bellevue
$2,088/month
783 Sq Ft
Woodridge
$2,206/month
602 Sq Ft
Cougar Mountain
$2,247/month
710 Sq Ft
Crossroads
$2,256/month
686 Sq Ft
Newport Hills
$2,339/month
739 Sq Ft
Wilburton-NE 8th St
$2,654/month
709 Sq Ft
Bel-Red
$2,825/month
704 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bellevue?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Bellevue, North Bellevue and Southwest Bellevue are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bellevue.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bellevue
$3,244/month
742 Sq Ft
North Bellevue
$3,142/month
753 Sq Ft
Southwest Bellevue
$2,921/month
676 Sq Ft
Bridle Trails
$2,878/month
785 Sq Ft
Bel-Red
$2,825/month
704 Sq Ft
Wilburton-NE 8th St
$2,654/month
709 Sq Ft
Newport Hills
$2,339/month
739 Sq Ft
Crossroads
$2,256/month
686 Sq Ft
Cougar Mountain
$2,247/month
710 Sq Ft
Woodridge
$2,206/month
602 Sq Ft

Which Bellevue neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Bellevue with the most apartments available are Downtown Bellevue, Bridle Trails and North Bellevue .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Bellevue
$3,244/month
742 Sq Ft
Bridle Trails
$2,878/month
785 Sq Ft
North Bellevue
$3,142/month
753 Sq Ft
Southwest Bellevue
$2,921/month
676 Sq Ft
Bel-Red
$2,825/month
704 Sq Ft
Wilburton-NE 8th St
$2,654/month
709 Sq Ft
Crossroads
$2,256/month
686 Sq Ft
Newport Hills
$2,339/month
739 Sq Ft
Southeast Bellevue
$2,088/month
783 Sq Ft
Woodridge
$2,206/month
602 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Bellevue is $2,566, you’ll want to make about $8,553 per month or $102,636 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.

City

Bellevue, WA

2,776 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Bellevue, 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

Richards Valley

Bellevue, WA

Downtown Bellevue

Bellevue, WA

Studio
-
$2,283/month
One Bedroom
-
$3,068/month
Two Bedroom
-
$4,516/month
Three Bedroom
-
$8,725/month
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Apartment Communities in Bellevue We Think You'll Love

Broadstone Savoie

Broadstone Savoie

35 112th Ave NE,
Bellevue, WA 98004

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,401 - $5,746

CityScape: Newly Renovated Premier Location in Bellevue, Rooftop Entertainment Area

CityScape: Newly Renovated Premier Location in Bellevue, Rooftop Entertainment Area

558 121st Pl NE,
Bellevue, WA 98005

Studio - 1 Bed | $2,095 - $2,395

Verde Esterra Park

Verde Esterra Park

2808 Calder Ave NE,
Redmond, WA 98052

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,929 - $4,086

Nightingale

Nightingale

2651 156th Ave NE,
Redmond, WA 98052

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bellevue?

The average rent in Bellevue is $2,566 per month, which is 54.3% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Bellevue?

The average rent for a house in Bellevue, WA is $3,979 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Bellevue?

The average rent for a townhome in Bellevue, WA is $2,849 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Bellevue?

The average rent for a condo in Bellevue, WA is $2,292 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Bellevue?

Rents in Bellevue, WA are increasing, with prices up 5.1% year-over-year and $132 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Bellevue?

In Bellevue, WA, 74% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Washington Bellevue 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 June 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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