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Last updated on October 15, 2026
Average rent in
Auburn, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 15, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Auburn rent stands today
Auburn, WA rent rose 5.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,950/month. Renters today are paying $142 more per month on average than last year as rents have climbed back to the peak of $1,895/month in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Auburn sits 2.6% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a mid-tier metro with a total of 79 rentals available for choice.
Price ranges
Studios in Auburn run around $1,088/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,495/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,920/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,300/month. Apartments make up 60% of rentals, with houses at a higher median of $3,125/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Southeast Auburn rents fell 56.0% year over year to $1,673/month across 24 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide 5.4% rent increase and shows a localized cooldown in that neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Auburn
$1,950/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Auburn is $1,950 per month as of October 2026. This is 3% above the national average rent, or $50 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Auburn
79
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Auburn rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Auburn, WA
Average rent prices in Auburn have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Auburn, WA
Rent prices in Auburn vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Auburn is $1,699, whereas a house costs $3,125. 1-bedroom apartments in Auburn run $1,497 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,895.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,087 | No Change |  21% | |
1 bedroom | $1,495 | No Change | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,920 | No Change | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,541 | 1% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $3,300 | 4% | 23% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Lakeland | $2,461 | |
Lea Hill | $1,995 | |
North Auburn | $1,745 | |
Plateau | $2,050 | |
South Auburn | $1,675 | |
Southeast Auburn | $1,673 | |
West Hill | $2,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,699 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,850 | 16% | 8% | |
Houses | $3,125 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,740 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,087
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
21%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,495
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,920
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,541
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,300
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
23%
North Auburn
Average rent
$1,745
Lakeland
Average rent
$2,461
South Auburn
Average rent
$1,675
Lea Hill
Average rent
$1,995
Plateau
Average rent
$2,050
West Hill
Average rent
$2,050
Southeast Auburn
Average rent
$1,673
Apartments
Average rent
$1,699
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
8%
Houses
Average rent
$3,125
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$1,740
The table above reflects average rent prices in Auburn, WA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Auburn, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Auburn and Burien by all bedroom counts and property types.
Auburn
3%higher than the national median
6%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Auburn, WA is 9% higher than the median rent in Burien, WA.
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Discover rentals in Auburn, WA
1d ago
1107 A St Ne, Auburn, WA 98002
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,103–$2,125
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
105 N St Se, Auburn, WA 98002
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$1,625
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Lea Hill house for rent in Auburn
31924 108th Ave Se, Auburn, WA 98092
3 beds
2 baths
$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 12
5d+ ago
South Auburn apartment for rent in Auburn
2 beds
1 bath
$1,525
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 9
6h ago
Verified
109 S Division St #1971A, Auburn, WA 98001
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,890–$3,280
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
128 E Main St, Auburn, WA 98002
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,530–$2,305
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1221 A St Ne, Auburn, WA 98002
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,654–$2,090
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
703 47th St Se, Auburn, WA 98092
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,549–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
703 47th St Se, Auburn, WA 98092
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,549–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
30819 124th Ave Se, Auburn, WA 98092
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,694–$2,113
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Plateau townhouse for rent in Auburn
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
23h ago
502 8th St Ne, Auburn, WA 98002
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
703 47th St Se, Auburn, WA 98092
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,549–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
30819 124th Ave Se, Auburn, WA 98092
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,694–$2,113
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,850
Price dropped $240Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 27
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,700
Price dropped $421Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 30
10h ago
Verified
703 47th St Se, Auburn, WA 98092
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,549–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
30819 124th Ave Se, Auburn, WA 98092
2 beds
1 bath
$1,694
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
23h ago
502 8th St Ne, Auburn, WA 98002
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,850
Price dropped $240Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 27
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Frequently asked questions for Auburn, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Auburn rental market.
How much is rent in Auburn?
The average rent in Auburn is $1,950 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Auburn?
Average rent prices in Auburn have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Auburn rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Auburn is 3% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $50 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Auburn?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Auburn are Southeast Auburn ($1,673/mo), South Auburn ($1,675/mo), and North Auburn ($1,745/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Auburn?
To comfortably afford rent in Auburn, you'd need to earn approximately $78,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Auburn?
July offers the lowest rents in Auburn with approximately 5% savings compared to September's peak prices, though you'll face more competition from other renters during this time.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).