Last updated on October 30, 2026

Average rent in
Vancouver, WA

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Vancouver rent stands today

    Vancouver, WA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,725/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with no meaningful change in monthly rent levels.

  • Vancouver sits 9.2% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 333 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Vancouver rent for about $1,250/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,449/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,645/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,395/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,895/month. These figures reflect the range renters face by bedroom count.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Landover Sharmel and Fisher's Village Orchards Area saw rents climb by 22.6% and 20.3% respectively, contrasting with steep declines in Old Evergreen Highway and Columbia Way, where rents fell by 69.7% and 61.1%. This divergence shows varied local market conditions within Vancouver, WA.

Median rent

Median rent in Vancouver

$1,725/mo

Flat

vs previous year

The average rent in Vancouver is $1,725 per month as of October 2026. This is 9% below the national average rent, or $175 less per month.

$1.55

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Vancouver

333

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Vancouver rentals at each price point

45%34%23%11%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Vancouver, WA

Average rent prices in Vancouver have remained the same 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 Vancouver, WA

Rent prices in Vancouver vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Vancouver is $1,595, whereas a house costs $2,495. 1-bedroom apartments in Vancouver run $1,435 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,600.

Listings

Studio

$1,250

No Change

8%

1 bedroom

$1,449

4%

3%

2 bedroom

$1,645

1%

3%

3 bedroom

$2,395

No Change

No Change

4 bedroom

$2,895

5%

No Change

Studio

Average rent

$1,250

Last year

8%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,449

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,645

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,395

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,895

Last 30 days

5%

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

Compare median rent prices in Vancouver and Aloha by all bedroom counts and property types.

Vancouver

Median rent price$1,725
decreased by9%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,995
increased by5%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Vancouver, WA is 14% lower than the median rent in Aloha, OR.

Cost of living in Vancouver, 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 & Services10% higher
Groceries6% higher
Health9% higher
Housing2% higher
Transportation16% higher
Utilities7% lower

Discover rentals in Vancouver, WA

2404 Ne 78th Ct - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

Ogden townhouse for rent in Vancouver

2 beds

3 baths

$900

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.
Large 2 Bedroom Apt Living, Located in the Center of Vancouver, WA! - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

Large 2 Bedroom Apt Living, Located in the Center of Vancouver, WA!

6422 Ne Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661

2 beds

1 bath

$1,199–$1,299

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.
Exceptional 2 bed 1 bath apartment home located in a quiet, comfortable and friendly community. - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.3

Very good

2 beds

1 bath

$1,199

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.
Eagle Pointe Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

3h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Eagle Pointe Apartments

2003 Todd Rd, Vancouver, WA 98661

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,200–$1,400

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.

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Frequently asked questions for Vancouver, WA

Quick answers to common questions about the Vancouver rental market.

How much is rent in Vancouver?

The average rent in Vancouver is $1,725 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Vancouver?

Average rent prices in Vancouver have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.

How does Vancouver rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Vancouver is 9% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $175 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Vancouver?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Vancouver are Hudson's Bay ($1,395/mo), Esther Short ($1,417/mo), and Harney Heights ($1,430/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Vancouver?

To comfortably afford rent in Vancouver, you'd need to earn approximately $69,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

April offers the best rental deals in Vancouver, with the lowest rents of the year and higher competition among landlords. July sees the highest rents, with approximately 1.9% difference between the peak and lowest 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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