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Rental Market Trends in Puyallup, WA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Puyallup, WA is $1,622/month.

Rent in Puyallup is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,622/month

Average Rent

706 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.2%

Change / Year

830

Available Apartments

Puyallup rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Puyallup average $1,348 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Puyallup average $1,622 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Puyallup average $1,943 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Puyallup average $2,493 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,348/month
570 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,622/month
706 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,943/month
987 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,493/month
1,278 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,849/month
1,717 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,244/month
2,253 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,170/month
985 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Puyallup, WA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.2%, which averages out to $19 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Puyallup, WA

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Puyallup, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
15% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
34% $1,501 - $2,000/month
27% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Puyallup?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Puyallup and South Hill" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Puyallup.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Puyallup
$1,843/month
685 Sq Ft
South Hill
$1,844/month
757 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Puyallup?

Based on current rent prices, South Hill and Downtown Puyallup" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Puyallup.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Hill
$1,844/month
757 Sq Ft
Downtown Puyallup
$1,843/month
685 Sq Ft

Which Puyallup neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Puyallup with the most apartments available are Downtown Puyallup and South Hill" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Puyallup
$1,843/month
685 Sq Ft
South Hill
$1,844/month
757 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Puyallup is $1,622, you’ll want to make about $5,406 per month or $64,872 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

Puyallup, WA

830 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Puyallup, 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 Puyallup

Puyallup, WA

South Hill

Puyallup, WA

Studio
$931/month
$1,511/month
One Bedroom
$1,594/month
$1,700/month
Two Bedroom
$1,888/month
$2,036/month
Three Bedroom
$2,449/month
$2,629/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Edgewood

    Edgewood

    Avg Rent: $1,741/month

  • Sumner

    Sumner

    Avg Rent: $1,915/month

  • Fife

    Fife

    Avg Rent: $1,567/month

  • Milton

    Milton

    Avg Rent: $1,658/month

Apartment Communities in Puyallup We Think You'll Love

Lipoma Firs Townhomes

Lipoma Firs Townhomes

18002 Lipoma Firs E,
Puyallup, WA 98374

2-3 Beds | $2,300 - $2,600

Edgewood Heights

Edgewood Heights

10303 20th St E,
Edgewood, WA 98372

1-3 Beds | $1,900 - $2,700

Tarmigan At Wapato Creek

Tarmigan At Wapato Creek

3351-3525 70th Ave E,
Fife, WA 98424

1-3 Beds | $1,735 - $2,599

River Trail

River Trail

1617 E Main,
Puyallup, WA 98372

1-2 Beds | $1,640 - $2,219

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Puyallup?

The average rent in Puyallup is $1,622 per month, which is 2.6% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Puyallup?

The average rent for a house in Puyallup, WA is $2,849 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Puyallup?

The average rent for a townhome in Puyallup, WA is $2,170 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Puyallup?

Rents in Puyallup, WA are increasing, with prices up 1.2% year-over-year and $19 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Puyallup?

In Puyallup, WA, 34% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Washington Puyallup 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 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.

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