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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Burien, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Burien rent stands today
Burien, WA rent rose 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,795/month. Renters today are paying $45 more per month on average than last year, with rents holding steady month to month after a recent peak in August 2026.
Compared to national trends
Burien sits 5.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a moderately priced market with 83 total rentals available for choice.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Burien run around $1,275/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,550/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,800/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,885/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,400/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range of rents across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cedarhurst rents fell 49.2% year over year to $1,627/month across 15 rentals, a notable cooldown compared to the citywide 2.6% rise. This contrasts with Linde Hill Park, where rents climbed 10.3% to $1,999/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends within Burien.
Median rent
Median rent in Burien
$1,795/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Burien is $1,795 per month as of October 2026. This is 6% below the national average rent, or $105 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Burien
83
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Burien rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Burien, WA
Average rent prices in Burien have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% 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
Burien, WA
Rent prices in Burien vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Burien is $1,690, whereas a house costs $3,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Burien run $1,560 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,795.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,275 | 4% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,550 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change |  8% | |
3 bedroom | $2,885 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $3,400 | 3% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Burien Lake View | $1,795 | |
Cedarhurst | $1,627 | |
Linde Hill Park | $1,999 | |
Riverton Boulevard Park | $1,600 | |
Salmon Creek | $1,595 | |
Seahurst Park | $1,790 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,690 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $1,995 | 2% | 9% | |
Houses | $3,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $925 | 32% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,275
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,885
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,400
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
13%
Riverton Boulevard Park
Average rent
$1,600
Burien Lake View
Average rent
$1,795
Salmon Creek
Average rent
$1,595
Cedarhurst
Average rent
$1,627
Seahurst Park
Average rent
$1,790
Linde Hill Park
Average rent
$1,999
Apartments
Average rent
$1,690
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$3,000
Rooms
Average rent
$925
Last 30 days
32%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Burien, 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 Burien, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Burien and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Burien
6%lower than the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Burien, WA is 8% lower than the median rent in Auburn, WA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,950
5%$2,817
12%$2,000
3%$1,815
2%$1,900
$2,723
10%$2,223
4%$2,565
6%$2,360
10%$1,995
$1,939
1%$1,650
Discover rentals in Burien, WA
41m ago
2225 S 112th St, Burien, WA 98168
2 beds
1 bath
$1,549
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
10311 Des Moines Memorial Dr S, Burien, WA 98168
2 beds
1 bath
$1,580
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
9929 14th Ave S, Burien, WA 98108
2 beds
1 bath
$1,595–$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
5d+ ago
10025 Des Moines Memorial Dr S, Burien, WA 98168
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Price droppedFees 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
Riverton-Boulevard Park house for rent in Burien
12016 12th Ave S #NA, Burien, WA 98168
5 beds
2 baths
$8,000
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.House for rent
Available Oct 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Burien
646 Sw 139th St #NA, Burien, WA 98166
3 beds
2.5 baths
$7,500
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.House for rent
Available Oct 8
15h ago
Verified
15045 5th Ave Sw #2331A, Burien, WA 98166
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,040–$4,310
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
House for rent in Burien
2 beds
2 baths
$4,300
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
2d ago
222 S 156th St, Burien, WA 98148
3–4 beds
2 baths
$2,600–$3,500
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.Apartment for rent
2d ago
15325 6th Ave Sw, Burien, WA 98166
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$2,050
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
10025 Des Moines Memorial Dr S, Burien, WA 98168
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Price droppedFees 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
15612 8th Ave Sw #104, Burien, WA 98166
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
Price dropped $100Additional 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.House for rent
Available Oct 10
2d ago
15222 10th Ave Sw, Burien, WA 98166
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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
15325 6th Ave Sw, Burien, WA 98166
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$2,050
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
222 S 156th St, Burien, WA 98148
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600–$2,650
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
10025 Des Moines Memorial Dr S, Burien, WA 98168
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Price droppedFees 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
Burien Lake View condo for rent in Burien
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
15612 8th Ave Sw #104, Burien, WA 98166
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
Price dropped $100Additional 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.House for rent
Available Oct 10
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Frequently asked questions for Burien, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Burien rental market.
How much is rent in Burien?
The average rent in Burien is $1,795 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Burien?
Average rent prices in Burien have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Burien rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Burien is 6% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $105 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Burien?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Burien are Salmon Creek ($1,595/mo), Riverton Boulevard Park ($1,600/mo), and Cedarhurst ($1,627/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Burien?
To comfortably afford rent in Burien, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Burien?
July offers the lowest rents in Burien, running about 5.2% below October prices, while December is the least competitive month with lower overall demand.
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).