Last updated on October 30, 2026

Average rent in
Spokane, WA

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Spokane, WA rent slipped 5.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,325/month. Renters today are paying $75 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.

  • Spokane sits 30.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value with 507 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Spokane rent for $948/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,050/month, and 2-bedrooms at the citywide median of $1,325/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,995/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. The 2-bedroom segment is the most common, making up 36.3% of rentals.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Studio rents rose 5.3% year over year and 4+ bedroom rents climbed 10.4%, diverging from the citywide decline. These differences show varied trends across Spokane, WA's rental market segments.

Median rent

Median rent in Spokane

$1,325/mo

decreased by5%

vs previous year

The average rent in Spokane is $1,325 per month as of October 2026. This is 30% below the national average rent, or $575 less per month.

$1.32

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Spokane

507

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Spokane rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Spokane, WA

Average rent prices in Spokane have remained the same over the last month and have decreased 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 Spokane, WA

Rent prices in Spokane vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Spokane is $1,200, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Spokane run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,295.

Listings

Studio

$947

No Change

5%

1 bedroom

$1,050

No Change

No Change

2 bedroom

$1,325

No Change

3%

3 bedroom

$1,995

No Change

2%

4 bedroom

$2,650

No Change

10%

Studio

Average rent

$947

Last year

5%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,050

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,325

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,995

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,650

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

10%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Spokane, 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 Spokane, WA compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Spokane and Airway Heights by all bedroom counts and property types.

Spokane

Median rent price$1,325
decreased by30%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,872
decreased by1%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Spokane, WA is 29% lower than the median rent in Airway Heights, WA.

Cost of living in Spokane, 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 & Services3% lower
Groceries8% higher
Health3% higher
Housing14% lower
Transportation21% higher
Utilities1% lower

Discover rentals in Spokane, WA

2807 E Boone Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Chief Garry Park apartment for rent in Spokane

2 beds

1 bath

$895

Price dropped $50Additional 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.
1611 - Photo 1 of 1

2h ago

9.2

Excellent

1611

1611 W 8th Ave, Spokane, WA 99204

2 beds

1 bath

$950–$1,100

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.
3203 N Smith St #11 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Bemiss apartment for rent in Spokane

2 beds

1 bath

$950

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.
3102-06 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

3102-06

3102 E 27th Ave, Spokane, WA 99223

2 beds

1 bath

$995–$1,100

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.

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Frequently asked questions for Spokane, WA

Quick answers to common questions about the Spokane rental market.

How much is rent in Spokane?

The average rent in Spokane is $1,325 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Spokane?

Average rent prices in Spokane have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.

How does Spokane rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Spokane is 30% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $575 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Spokane?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Spokane are West Central ($1,085/mo), Cliff Cannon ($1,100/mo), and Logan ($1,200/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Spokane?

To comfortably afford rent in Spokane, you'd need to earn approximately $53,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Spokane?

April offers the best pricing in Spokane with the lowest rents of the year, about 6.6% below September's peak rates. You'll face more competition in April, but the savings can be worth it compared to higher-priced months.

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).

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