Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on May 13, 2026
Last updated on May 13, 2026
Last updated on May 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of May 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Seattle, WA is $1,974. This is +1%, or $24, higher than the national average.
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As of May 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Seattle, WA is $1,974. This is +1%, or $24, higher than the national average.
average price per square foot
Median rent and rent ranges are based on Zumper inventory in the last 30 days. Household data are provided by the US Census Bureau. For additional insights, including month-over-month trends and historical comparisons, view our Monthly Metro Report.
Rent prices for all bedroom counts and property types in Seattle, WA have remained the same in the last month and have increased by 3% in the last year.
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
The monthly rent for an apartment in Seattle, WA is $1,895. A 1-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA costs about $1,925 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $2,650. Houses for rent in Seattle, WA are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $3,595.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,920 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,795 | 1% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $3,700 | 3% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $4,500 | 2% | 12% | |
Studio | $1,361 | No Change | No Change |
Comparables | ||
|---|---|---|
Adams | $1,822 | |
Belltown | $2,295 | |
Broadway | $1,777 | |
First Hill | $1,663 | |
Fremont | $1,895 | |
Greenwood | $1,695 | |
Lake City | $1,795 | |
Lower Queen Anne | $2,065 | |
South Lake Union | $2,907 | |
University District | $1,559 |
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,895 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,595 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,099 | 10% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,361
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,920
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,795
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,700
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
12%
South Lake Union
Average rent
$2,907
Broadway
Average rent
$1,777
University District
Average rent
$1,559
Lower Queen Anne
Average rent
$2,065
Belltown
Average rent
$2,295
Adams
Average rent
$1,822
First Hill
Average rent
$1,663
Fremont
Average rent
$1,895
Greenwood
Average rent
$1,695
Lake City
Average rent
$1,795
Apartments
Average rent
$1,895
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$3,595
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,099
Last 30 days
10%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Seattle, 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.
Median rent prices in Seattle, WA for all bedroom counts and property types compared to Bellevue, WA.
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Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Seattle, WA is 30% lower than the median rent in Bellevue, WA.
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The overall cost of living in Seattle, WA is 45% higher than the national average. Explore the cost of essential expenses, then use our rent calculator to help set your budget.
Expensesaccrued by most renters | Average costcompared to national average |
|---|---|
Goods & Services | 22% higher |
Groceries | 10% higher |
Health | 29% higher |
Housing | 112% higher |
Transportation | 28% higher |
Utilities | 1% higher |
15h ago
127 11th Avenue East ##1, Seattle, WA 98102
Studio
0 baths
$445
Apartment for rent
21h ago
6537 2nd Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115
1 bed
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
3h ago
South Delridge apartment for rent in Seattle
9256 21st Ave Sw, Seattle, WA 98106
1 bed
1 bath
$825
$650
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available May 12
3d ago
5632 11th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105
1 bed
3 baths
$675
Apartment for rent
46m ago
2107 Ne 54th St, Seattle, WA 98105
1 bed
3 baths
$690
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4017 5th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105
1 bed
3 baths
$690
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2651 Nw 56th St, Seattle, WA 98107
Studio
1 bath
$699–$906
Apartment for rent
3h ago
4047 8th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105
Studio
1 bath
$700–$850
Apartment for rent
4h ago
112 Boren Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
1–3 beds
0–4 baths
$2,293–$31,995
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
224 Pontius Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Studio–5 beds
1–3 baths
$1,320–$11,401
House for rent
19h ago
Verified
3 beds
3.5 baths
$11,401
House for rent
19h ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$11,599
$10,989
Price drop
House for rent
19h ago
Verified
3 beds
3.5 baths
$10,216
$9,823
Price drop
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$9,587
House for rent
19h ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$14,446
$9,565
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
2315 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,565–$9,495
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
11222 11222 - 11244 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,650–$2,500
Apartment for rent
46m ago
Verified
522 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,510–$5,000
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
12316 28th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98125
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$1,975
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
701 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,392–$3,639
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
8500 20th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$895–$2,100
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
219 E Garfield St, Seattle, WA 98102
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,452–$1,735
Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
3621 33rd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$880–$1,978
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
224 Pontius Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Studio–5 beds
1–3 baths
$1,320–$11,401
House for rent
2h ago
Verified
701 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,392–$3,639
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
12316 28th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98125
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$1,975
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Verified
8500 20th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$895–$2,100
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
219 E Garfield St, Seattle, WA 98102
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,452–$1,735
Apartment for rent
46m ago
Verified
609 W Nickerson St, Seattle, WA 98119
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,310–$1,451
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
400 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,715–$1,865
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
1901 E Fir St, Seattle, WA 98122
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,420–$1,595
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
701 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,392–$3,639
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
12316 28th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98125
2 beds
2 baths
$1,925–$1,975
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
522 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103
Studio
1 bath
$1,510–$5,000
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
12728 28th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98125
3 beds
2 baths
Call for price
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
8520 20th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115
Studio
1 bath
$895–$940
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
8500 20th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115
Studio
1 bath
$895–$1,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3621 33rd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144
2 beds
2 baths
$1,475
Apartment for rent
46m ago
Verified
609 W Nickerson St, Seattle, WA 98119
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,310–$1,451
Apartment for rent
The Zumper Seattle Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to identify the most and least expensive cities and those with the fastest growing rents. The Washington state one-bedroom median rent was $1,555 last month.

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About
The Zumper Seattle Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
Crystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.