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Rental Market Trends in Renton, WA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Renton, WA is $1,873/month.

Rent in Renton is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,873/month

Average Rent

695 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.8%

Change / Year

850

Available Apartments

Renton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Renton average $1,666 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Renton average $1,873 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Renton average $2,262 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Renton average $2,755 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,666/month
476 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,873/month
695 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,262/month
980 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,755/month
1,244 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,385/month
516 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,254/month
893 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,205/month
1,629 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,943/month
2,298 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,753/month
658 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,095/month
863 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Renton, WA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $34 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Renton, WA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Renton, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
7% $700 - $1,000/month
14% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $1,501 - $2,000/month
46% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Renton?

Based on current rent prices, President Park, Orchards and Sunset are the most affordable neighborhoods in Renton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
President Park
$1,577/month
627 Sq Ft
Orchards
$1,604/month
637 Sq Ft
Sunset
$1,634/month
627 Sq Ft
Renton Hill
$1,665/month
642 Sq Ft
South Renton
$1,731/month
634 Sq Ft
Rolling Hills
$1,779/month
698 Sq Ft
Cascade
$1,786/month
699 Sq Ft
Kennydale
$1,816/month
648 Sq Ft
Downtown Renton
$1,822/month
641 Sq Ft
Leisure Estates
$1,822/month
624 Sq Ft

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.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Lake Washington
$2,345/month
796 Sq Ft
East Renton Highlands
$2,030/month
767 Sq Ft
Cascade-Fairwood
$1,951/month
699 Sq Ft
Springbrook Terrace
$1,948/month
662 Sq Ft
Talbot Hill
$1,896/month
724 Sq Ft
Liberty Ridge
$1,853/month
603 Sq Ft
Downtown Renton
$1,822/month
641 Sq Ft
Leisure Estates
$1,822/month
624 Sq Ft
Kennydale
$1,816/month
648 Sq Ft
Cascade
$1,786/month
699 Sq Ft

Which Renton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Renton with the most apartments available are Cascade, President Park and Cascade-Fairwood .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Cascade
$1,786/month
699 Sq Ft
President Park
$1,577/month
627 Sq Ft
Cascade-Fairwood
$1,951/month
699 Sq Ft
South Lake Washington
$2,345/month
796 Sq Ft
Renton Hill
$1,665/month
642 Sq Ft
South Renton
$1,731/month
634 Sq Ft
Orchards
$1,604/month
637 Sq Ft
Leisure Estates
$1,822/month
624 Sq Ft
Talbot Hill
$1,896/month
724 Sq Ft
Kennydale
$1,816/month
648 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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.

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Renton, WA

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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.

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Apartment Averages

President Park

Renton, WA

South Lake Washington

Renton, WA

Studio
-
$2,210/month
One Bedroom
$1,584/month
$2,400/month
Two Bedroom
$1,905/month
$3,246/month
Three Bedroom
$1,964/month
$4,754/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Newcastle

    Newcastle

    Avg Rent: $2,243/month

  • Tukwila

    Tukwila

    Avg Rent: $1,588/month

  • Seatac

    Seatac

    Avg Rent: $1,752/month

  • Mercer Island

    Mercer Island

    Avg Rent: $2,365/month

  • Kent

    Kent

    Avg Rent: $1,674/month

  • Burien

    Burien

    Avg Rent: $1,544/month

Apartment Communities in Renton We Think You'll Love

The Clover Apartments

The Clover Apartments

5711 S 152nd St,
Tukwila, WA 98188

1-2 Beds | $1,650 - $1,995

Sunset View

Sunset View

2101 SW Sunset Blvd,
Renton, WA 98057

1-3 Beds | $1,660 - $1,795

Airmark

Airmark

229 Andover Park E,
Seattle, WA 98188

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,520 - $2,600

Parker Landing

Parker Landing

4600 Davis Ave S,
Renton, WA 98055

1-3 Beds | $1,641 - $2,736

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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 $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Renton?

The average rent for a house in Renton, WA is $3,205 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Renton?

The average rent for a condo in Renton, WA is $1,753 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Renton?

Rents in Renton, WA are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $34 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Renton?

In Renton, WA, 46% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Washington Renton 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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