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Rental Market Trends in Newcastle, WA

What is the average rent in Newcastle, WA?

$2,148/month

Average Rent

720 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.8%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Newcastle, WA is $2,148 per month. This is 31% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/month, making Newcastle one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Newcastle, you can expect to pay about $1,758 per month for a studio, $2,148 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,843 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,694 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,758/month
493 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,148/month
720 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,843/month
1,076 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,694/month
1,398 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average 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 Newcastle, WA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.8%, which averages out to $16 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
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Rent Ranges in Newcastle, WA
Last Updated April 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Newcastle, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Newcastle?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Newcastle and Donegal" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Newcastle.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Newcastle
$2,022/month
654 Sq Ft
Donegal
$2,044/month
655 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Newcastle?

Based on current rent prices, Donegal and Downtown Newcastle" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Newcastle.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Donegal
$2,044/month
655 Sq Ft
Downtown Newcastle
$2,022/month
654 Sq Ft

Which Newcastle neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Newcastle with the most apartments available are Downtown Newcastle and Donegal" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Newcastle
$2,022/month
654 Sq Ft
Donegal
$2,044/month
655 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Newcastle is $2,148, you’ll want to make about $7,160 per month or $85,920 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.

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Newcastle, WA

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

Use the tool below to compare Newcastle, 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

Downtown Newcastle

Newcastle, WA

Donegal

Newcastle, WA

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One Bedroom
$2,058/month
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Two Bedroom
$2,452/month
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Apartment communities in Newcastle we think you'll love

Avalon Newcastle Commons

Avalon Newcastle Commons

13398 Newcastle Commons Dr,
Newcastle, WA 98059

$2,070 - $5,040

Studio - 3 Beds

Newport Crossing

Newport Crossing

7311 Coal Creek Pky SE,
Newcastle, WA 98059

$1,815 - $2,750

1-3 Beds

Tria Apartments

Tria Apartments

12833 Newcastle Way,
Newcastle, WA 98056

$2,142 - $2,715

1-2 Beds

Castle Creek

Castle Creek

7000 132nd Pl SE,
Newcastle, WA 98059

$2,417 - $3,057

2-3 Beds

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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.

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