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Rental Market Trends in Ruston, WA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Ruston, WA is $2,457/month.

Rent in Ruston is 48% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,457/month

Average Rent

329 Sq Ft

Average Size

+4.5%

Change / Year

42

Available Apartments

Ruston rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ruston average $1,663 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ruston average $2,457 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ruston average $3,106 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ruston average $5,931 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,663/month
503 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,457/month
329 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,106/month
406 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,931/month
136 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ruston, WA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 4.5%, which averages out to $112 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ruston, WA

July 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ruston, WA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Ruston is $2,457, you’ll want to make about $8,190 per month or $98,280 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

Ruston, WA

42 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Ruston, 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 Communities in Ruston We Think You'll Love

Copperline at Point Ruston

Copperline at Point Ruston

5005 Main St,
Tacoma, WA 98407

1-3 Beds | $2,261 - $5,624

5322 N 48th St

5322 N 48th St

5322 N 48th St,
Tacoma, WA 98407

2 Beds | $2,250

Tanara Villa

Tanara Villa

6322 N 26th St,
Tacoma, WA 98407

1 Bed | $1,295 - $1,795

Narrows Pointe

Narrows Pointe

2545 N Narrows Dr,
Tacoma, WA 98406

2-3 Beds | $1,325 - $1,550

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ruston?

The average rent in Ruston is $2,457 per month, which is 47.7% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Ruston?

Rents in Ruston, WA are increasing, with prices up 4.5% year-over-year and $112 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Ruston?

In Ruston, WA, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Washington Ruston 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 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.

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