Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Kent, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Kent rent stands today
Kent, WA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,900/month. Month over month, rent has softened by 1.6%, showing a recent cooldown in the market.
Compared to national trends
Kent rent sits at the national median of $1,900/month, making it a market that aligns closely with the broader rental landscape. The city offers 127 total rentals, providing a moderate inventory for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Kent run around $1,551/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,509/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,885/month, with rents rising to $3,522/month for 4+ bedroom units. The range reflects the variety of unit sizes available to renters.
Median rent
Median rent in Kent
$1,900/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Kent is $1,900 per month as of October 2026. This is about the same as the national average rent.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Kent
127
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Kent rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Kent, WA
Average rent prices in Kent have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same 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
Kent, WA
Rent prices in Kent vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Kent is $1,762, whereas a house costs $3,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Kent run $1,580 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,853.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,551 |  1% |  2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,509 | 2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,885 | 4% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,797 | 8% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $3,522 | 12% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Kent | $1,871 | |
East Hill Meridian | $2,600 | |
Mill Creek | $1,400 | |
Riverview | $2,152 | |
Scenic Hill | $1,804 | |
South Kent | $1,795 | |
The Lakes | $1,962 | |
West Hill North | $2,495 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,762 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $1,750 | 17% | 5% | |
Houses | $3,100 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $900 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,551
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,509
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,885
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,797
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,522
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
5%
East Hill Meridian
Average rent
$2,600
Mill Creek
Average rent
$1,400
Downtown Kent
Average rent
$1,871
South Kent
Average rent
$1,795
Scenic Hill
Average rent
$1,804
Riverview
Average rent
$2,152
West Hill North
Average rent
$2,495
The Lakes
Average rent
$1,962
Apartments
Average rent
$1,762
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$900
The table above reflects average rent prices in Kent, 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 Kent, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Kent and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Kent
Equal to the the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Kent, WA is 3% lower than the median rent in Auburn, WA.
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Cost of living in Kent, WA
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 9% higher |
| Groceries | 10% higher |
| Health | 14% higher |
| Housing | 33% higher |
| Transportation | 50% higher |
| Utilities | 3% higher |
Discover rentals in Kent, WA
1d ago
625 W Meeker St, Kent, WA 98032
1–2 beds
1 bath
$854–$2,012
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
3d ago
Verified
20615 108th Avenue Southeast, Kent, WA 98031
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,375
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 Dec 22
3d ago
22804 90th Way S, Kent, WA 98031
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,750
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
3d ago
Verified
1406 Maple Ln, Kent, WA 98030
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,129
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
East Hill-Meridian house for rent in Kent
19506 106th Ave Se, Kent, WA 98055
4 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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 Jul 27
1d ago
23000 Military Rd S, Kent, WA 98032
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,831–$3,245
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
3d ago
24808 100th Pl Se, Kent, WA 98030
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,727–$3,052
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 20-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Kent apartment for rent in Kent
Studio
1 bath
$2,088
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
16m ago
Verified
1024 Central Ave N, Kent, WA 98032
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,864–$4,031
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
23913 111th Pl Se, Kent, WA 98031
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,325–$1,850
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
6h ago
Verified
12910 Se 240th St, Kent, WA 98031
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,667–$2,137
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
East Hill-Meridian house for rent in Kent
3 beds
1 bath
$2,695
Price dropped $130Additional 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
4d ago
Verified
9626 S 252nd St, Kent, WA 98030
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,535–$1,850
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
3900 Veterans Dr, Kent, WA 98032
1 bed
1 bath
$1,669–$1,744
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
16m ago
Verified
1024 Central Ave N, Kent, WA 98032
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,864–$4,031
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
1406 Maple Ln, Kent, WA 98030
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,129
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
16m ago
Verified
1024 Central Ave N, Kent, WA 98032
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,864–$4,031
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 10-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
12910 Se 240th St, Kent, WA 98031
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,667–$2,137
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
East Hill-Meridian house for rent in Kent
3 beds
1 bath
$2,695
Price dropped $130Additional 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
1h ago
Verified
25102 62nd Ave S, Kent, WA 98032
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$2,705
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Kent, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Kent rental market.
How much is rent in Kent?
The average rent in Kent is $1,900 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Kent?
Average rent prices in Kent have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Kent rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Kent is roughly the same as the national average.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Kent?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Kent are Mill Creek ($1,400/mo), South Kent ($1,795/mo), and Scenic Hill ($1,804/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Kent?
To comfortably afford rent in Kent, you'd need to earn approximately $76,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Kent?
January and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Kent, with January seeing the lowest rents and December experiencing the least competition from other renters. You'll face the most competition in March and April when demand exceeds available inventory, while July typically has the highest rent prices with roughly 3.6% difference between peak and off-season pricing.
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).