Solera Apartments
2800 NE Sunset Blvd,
Renton, WA 98056
1-3 Beds | $2,064 - $4,440
Rental Market Trends in Renton, WA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Renton, WA is $1,873/month.
Rent in Renton is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,873/month
Average Rent
696 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.1%
Change / Year
1,102
Available Apartments
Renton rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Renton average $1,599 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Renton average $1,873 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Renton average $2,283 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Renton average $2,806 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Renton, WA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $40 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Renton, WA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
4%
Below $700/month
8%
$700 - $1,000/month
13%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
43%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Renton?
Based on current rent prices, President Park, Orchards and Winsper are the most affordable neighborhoods in Renton.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Renton?
Based on current rent prices, South Lake Washington, East Renton Highlands and Cascade-Fairwood are the most expensive neighborhoods in Renton.
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Which Renton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Renton with the most apartments available are Cascade, President Park and South Lake Washington .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Renton, WA?
Because the average rent in Renton is $1,873, you’ll want to make about $6,243 per month or $74,916 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 Renton, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Renton, 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 Renton Area GuideStudio
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$2,001/month
One Bedroom
$1,604/month
$2,361/month
Two Bedroom
$1,969/month
$3,176/month
Three Bedroom
$1,966/month
$4,418/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Renton?
The average rent in Renton is $1,873 per month, which is 12.6% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Renton?
The average rent for a house in Renton, WA is $3,089 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Renton?
Rents in Renton, WA are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $40 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Renton?
In Renton, WA, 43% 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 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.