• Renter Tools
    • Favorites
    • Saved Searches
  • Manage Rentals
  • Apartments For Rent
  • Houses For Rent
  • Condos For Rent
  • Townhomes For Rent
  • Help Center
  • Area Guide
  • Rent Calculator
  • Property Management Companies

Language

Apartments.com Logo
Manage Rentals      Sign Up / Sign In
Add a Property

Rental Market Trends in Federal Way, WA

What is the average rent in Federal Way, WA?

$1,564/month

Average Rent

673 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-1%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Federal Way, WA is $1,564 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,641/month, which means Federal Way rent prices are 5% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Federal Way, you can expect to pay about $1,254 per month for a studio, $1,564 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,886 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,303 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,254/month
495 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,564/month
673 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,886/month
946 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,303/month
1,187 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,479/month
1,200 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,073/month
1,549 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,576/month
2,258 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Federal Way, WA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1%, which averages out to $15 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
Legend
2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Federal Way, WA
Last Updated April 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Federal Way, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
8% $700 - $1,000/month
13% $1,001 - $1,500/month
61% $1,501 - $2,000/month
18% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

Last Updated Today
  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Federal Way?

Based on current rent prices, Redondo Beach Conference, Laurelwood North and Twin Lakes are the most affordable neighborhoods in Federal Way.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Redondo Beach Conference
$1,450/month
579 Sq Ft
Laurelwood North
$1,463/month
653 Sq Ft
Twin Lakes
$1,612/month
744 Sq Ft
Wedgewood West
$1,619/month
712 Sq Ft
Campus Woods
$1,622/month
763 Sq Ft
Alderbrook
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Tall Firs
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Woodtrail Village
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Lakeland South
$1,797/month
669 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Federal Way?

Based on current rent prices, Lakeland South, Alderbrook and Tall Firs are the most expensive neighborhoods in Federal Way.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakeland South
$1,797/month
669 Sq Ft
Alderbrook
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Tall Firs
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Woodtrail Village
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Campus Woods
$1,622/month
763 Sq Ft
Wedgewood West
$1,619/month
712 Sq Ft
Twin Lakes
$1,612/month
744 Sq Ft
Laurelwood North
$1,463/month
653 Sq Ft
Redondo Beach Conference
$1,450/month
579 Sq Ft

Which Federal Way neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Federal Way with the most apartments available are Lakeland South, Wedgewood West and Laurelwood North .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Lakeland South
$1,797/month
669 Sq Ft
Wedgewood West
$1,619/month
712 Sq Ft
Laurelwood North
$1,463/month
653 Sq Ft
Twin Lakes
$1,612/month
744 Sq Ft
Alderbrook
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Campus Woods
$1,622/month
763 Sq Ft
Tall Firs
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Woodtrail Village
$1,624/month
750 Sq Ft
Redondo Beach Conference
$1,450/month
579 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Federal Way is $1,564, you’ll want to make about $5,213 per month or $62,556 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

Federal Way, WA

894 Available Apartments for Rent

Search for Nearby Apartments

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

Use the tool below to compare Federal Way, 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.

Explore the Area Guide for Federal Way, WA

Apartment Averages

Redondo Beach Conference

Federal Way, WA

Lakeland South

Federal Way, WA

Studio
-
$459/month
One Bedroom
-
$1,578/month
Two Bedroom
-
$2,270/month
Three Bedroom
-
$2,205/month
Search
Search

Nearby City Rent Trends

  • Milton Average Rent
  • Algona Average Rent
  • Fife Average Rent
  • Des Moines Average Rent
  • Pacific Average Rent

Apartment communities in Federal Way we think you'll love

Edgewood Heights

Edgewood Heights

10303 20th St E,
Edgewood, WA 98372

$1,790 - $2,325

1-3 Beds

Trouve

Trouve

34816 1st Ave South,
Federal Way, WA 98003

$1,900 - $3,210

Studio - 2 Beds

ReNew Dash Point

ReNew Dash Point

31004 19th Pl SW,
Federal Way, WA 98023

$1,649 - $3,109

1-3 Beds

Brookhaven Apartments

Brookhaven Apartments

30823 18th Ave S,
Federal Way, WA 98003

$1,945

1-2 Beds

Property Management Companies in Federal Way, WA

Targa Real Estate Services
Targa Real Estate Services
  • 62

    Communities

  • 3,886

    Units

  • 20

    Cities

6 Communities in Federal Way
AMC
AMC
  • 610

    Communities

  • 122,181

    Units

  • 242

    Cities

4 Communities in Federal Way
Devco Residential Group
Devco Residential Group
  • 35

    Communities

  • 8,947

    Units

  • 16

    Cities

4 Communities in Federal Way
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,488

    Communities

  • 959,885

    Units

  • 891

    Cities

3 Communities in Federal Way
Olympic Management Company
Olympic Management Company
  • 56

    Communities

  • 4,831

    Units

  • 21

    Cities

3 Communities in Federal Way
Avenue5 Residential
Avenue5 Residential
  • 578

    Communities

  • 128,898

    Units

  • 223

    Cities

2 Communities in Federal Way
TAM Residential
TAM Residential
  • 83

    Communities

  • 22,529

    Units

  • 52

    Cities

2 Communities in Federal Way
Bridge Property Management
Bridge Property Management
  • 142

    Communities

  • 53,995

    Units

  • 78

    Cities

1 Community in Federal Way

Learn More with Helpful Articles

Tips for Finding an Apartment in a New City

Concrete jungle or small-town suburb? Your new home awaits.

Non-Monetary Factors to Consider When Renting or Buying a Home

Money isn't the only matter.

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Guided Apartment Tours

Explore great finds on your own time.

How Much Should I Spend on Rent?

It's time to break down your budget and calculate costs.

Explore the Renterverse

Rental management, simplified

Our all-in-one suite of property manangement software makes the rental process easy. Screen tenants, manage payments, and more – all on Apartments.com

Start managing your rentals
United States Washington Federal Way 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 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Notice
  • Avoid Scams
  • Accessibility
  • Blog
  • Newest Listings
  • Sitemap
apartments.com
© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc. Equal Housing Opportunity

Equal Housing Opportunity

© 2026 CoStar Group, Inc.

Equal Housing Opportunity