Polaris at Totem Lake
12333 120th Ave NE,
Kirkland, WA 98034
Studio - 3 Beds | $1,374 - $2,465
Rental Market Trends in Kirkland, WA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Kirkland, WA is $2,339/month.
Rent in Kirkland is 40% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,339/month
Average Rent
719 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.1%
Change / Year
847
Available Apartments
Kirkland rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Kirkland average $1,815 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Kirkland average $2,339 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Kirkland average $2,892 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Kirkland average $3,572 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Kirkland, WA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $50 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Kirkland, WA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
15%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
12%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
72%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kirkland?
Based on current rent prices, Inglewood-Finn Hill, Kingsgate and South Juanita are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kirkland.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kirkland?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Kirkland, South Rose Hill and Moss Bay are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kirkland.
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Which Kirkland neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Kirkland with the most apartments available are South Rose Hill, Totem Lake and North Rose Hill .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kirkland, WA?
Because the average rent in Kirkland is $2,339, you’ll want to make about $7,796 per month or $93,552 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 Kirkland, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kirkland, 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 Kirkland Area GuideStudio
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$1,681/month
One Bedroom
$1,947/month
$2,934/month
Two Bedroom
$2,285/month
$3,939/month
Three Bedroom
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$4,288/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Redmond
Avg Rent: $2,419/month
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Woodinville
Avg Rent: $2,266/month
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Kenmore
Avg Rent: $1,929/month
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Bellevue
Avg Rent: $2,575/month
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Bothell
Avg Rent: $2,008/month
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Lake Forest Park
Avg Rent: $1,562/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Kirkland?
The average rent in Kirkland is $2,339 per month, which is 40.5% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Kirkland?
The average rent for a house in Kirkland, WA is $5,290 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Kirkland?
The average rent for a townhome in Kirkland, WA is $2,729 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Kirkland?
The average rent for a condo in Kirkland, WA is $2,053 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Kirkland?
Rents in Kirkland, WA are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $50 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Kirkland?
In Kirkland, WA, 72% of apartments fall above $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.