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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Renton, WA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Renton rent stands today
Renton, WA rent rose 10.5% year over year, with a current median of $2,360/month. Renters today are paying $223 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 3.9%.
Compared to national trends
Renton runs 24.2% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier West Coast metros with a total of 131 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Renton rent for about $1,446/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,744/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,218/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,883/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,720/month. This range reflects the spread renters face by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
Tiffany Park rents fell by 52.2% year over year to $2,150/month, marking a notable local decline compared to Renton's overall rent increase. This contrasts with other neighborhoods where rents have been more stable or rising.
Median rent
Median rent in Renton
$2,360/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Renton is $2,360 per month as of October 2026. This is 24% above the national average rent, or $460 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Renton
131
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Renton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Renton, WA
Average rent prices in Renton have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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
Renton, WA
Rent prices in Renton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Renton is $2,090, whereas a house costs $3,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Renton run $1,757 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,174.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,446 | 5% |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,744 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,217 | No Change | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $2,883 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $3,720 | 3% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cascade | $2,525 | |
Downtown Renton | $2,380 | |
Earlington Hill | $1,865 | |
Kennydale | $2,929 | |
President Park | $2,395 | |
Renton Hill | $2,085 | |
Shadow Hawk | $2,284 | |
South Renton | $2,205 | |
Sunset | $2,038 | |
Vercello | $3,177 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,090 | 1% | 7% | |
Condos | $1,995 | 7% | 5% | |
Houses | $3,400 | 1% | 6% | |
Rooms | $1,542 | 43% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,446
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,744
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,217
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,883
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,720
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
Sunset
Average rent
$2,038
Kennydale
Average rent
$2,929
Cascade
Average rent
$2,525
Downtown Renton
Average rent
$2,380
Earlington Hill
Average rent
$1,865
Renton Hill
Average rent
$2,085
South Renton
Average rent
$2,205
President Park
Average rent
$2,395
Shadow Hawk
Average rent
$2,284
Vercello
Average rent
$3,177
Apartments
Average rent
$2,090
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$3,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,542
Last 30 days
43%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Renton, 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 Renton, WA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Renton and Auburn by all bedroom counts and property types.
Renton
24%higher than the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Renton, WA is 21% higher than the median rent in Auburn, WA.
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Discover rentals in Renton, WA
1d ago
Sunset apartment for rent in Renton
906 Glennwood Ave Ne #6, Renton, WA 98056
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Price dropped $100Fees 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 May 21
11h ago
Verified
2955 Ne 11th St, Renton, WA 98056
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,444
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
19002 108th Ave Se Apt 1-4, Renton, WA 98055
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
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
Condo for rent in Renton
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
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
Kennydale house for rent in Renton
3 beds
2.5 baths
$9,000
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Renton
2 beds
2 baths
$7,200
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
1d ago
Verified
2950 Ne 11th St, Renton, WA 98056
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,155–$4,372
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
Vercello house for rent in Renton
5157 Ne 7th Pl, Renton, WA 98059
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,250
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 Nov 1
11h ago
Verified
17425 120th Ln Se, Renton, WA 98058
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,944–$4,136
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
13m ago
Verified
1400 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton, WA 98056
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,017–$3,117
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
5h ago
Verified
1620 Benson Rd S, Renton, WA 98055
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,820–$2,130
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
9h ago
Verified
300 Vuemont Pl Ne, Renton, WA 98056
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,175–$2,625
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
11h ago
Verified
17425 120th Ln Se, Renton, WA 98058
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,944–$4,136
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
16h ago
Verified
2307 Ne 4th St, Renton, WA 98056
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,637–$2,159
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
1d ago
Verified
650 Duvall Ave Ne, Renton, WA 98059
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,847–$3,167
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
1d ago
Verified
14700 Se Petrovitsky Rd, Renton, WA 98058
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,737–$2,507
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
11h ago
Verified
17425 120th Ln Se, Renton, WA 98058
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,944–$4,136
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
10415 Se 174th St, Renton, WA 98055
2 beds
1 bath
$2,065–$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.Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
15300 Se 155th Pl, Renton, WA 98058
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,400–$2,895
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
1d ago
Verified
300 Vuemont Pl Ne, Renton, WA 98056
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,475–$2,625
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
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Frequently asked questions for Renton, WA
Quick answers to common questions about the Renton rental market.
How much is rent in Renton?
The average rent in Renton is $2,360 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Renton?
Average rent prices in Renton have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Renton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Renton is 24% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $460 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Renton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Renton are Earlington Hill ($1,865/mo), Sunset ($2,038/mo), and Renton Hill ($2,085/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Renton?
To comfortably afford rent in Renton, you'd need to earn approximately $94,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Renton?
February offers the best rental deals in Renton, with rents running about 4.6% lower than September's peak prices. June and July see the most competition with higher demand, while September and December experience less 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).