4121 S Birch Cove Dr
4121 S Birch Cove Dr,
Wasilla, AK 99623
2 Beds | $1,850
Rental Market Trends in Wasilla, AK
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Wasilla, AK is $1,246/month.
Rent in Wasilla is 25% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,246/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.6%
Change / Year
67
Available Apartments
Wasilla rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Wasilla average $827 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Wasilla average $1,246 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Wasilla average $1,508 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Wasilla average $1,868 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Wasilla, AK?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.6%, which averages out to $7 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Wasilla, AK
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
29%
$700 - $1,000/month
57%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
0%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
14%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wasilla?
Based on current rent prices, Matanuska Valley is the most affordable neighborhood in Wasilla.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wasilla?
Based on current rent prices, Matanuska Valley is the most expensive neighborhood in Wasilla.
Neighborhood
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Which Wasilla neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Wasilla with the most apartments available is Matanuska Valley .
Neighborhood
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wasilla, AK?
Because the average rent in Wasilla is $1,246, you’ll want to make about $4,153 per month or $49,836 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 Wasilla, AK compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Wasilla, AK 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 Wasilla Area GuideStudio
$827/month
$827/month
One Bedroom
$1,253/month
$1,253/month
Two Bedroom
$1,508/month
$1,508/month
Three Bedroom
$1,868/month
$1,868/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Wasilla?
The average rent in Wasilla is $1,246 per month, which is 25.1% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Wasilla?
The average rent for a house in Wasilla, AK is $2,327 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Wasilla?
Rents in Wasilla, AK are decreasing, with prices down 0.6% year-over-year and $7 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Wasilla?
In Wasilla, AK, 57% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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 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.