Average Rent in Auburn, WA
What is the average rent in Auburn, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Auburn, WA is $103,155 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 79 priced apartments in 17 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
17 apartment buildings, 79 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Auburn, WAAvg Rent
$103,155/mo
median $1,895
market average
Cheapest
$1,050/mo
Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments
Properties
17
tracked daily
Units
79
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Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Auburn, WA Rent Prices
All 17 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments
102 10th St NE Suite A, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
Amberview
32115 105th Pl SE, Auburn, WA 98092, USA
Cobble Court
345 Pacific Ave N, Pacific, WA 98047, USA
Mallard Pointe at Riverbend
802 45th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
Belara at Lakeland Apartments
6170 Terrace View Ln, Auburn, WA 98092, USA
ReNew Lea Hill
1433 8th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
Argyle Apartment Homes
2517 S 316th Ln, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments 102 10th St NE Suite A, Auburn, WA 98002, USA | $1,050 | $1,294 | -- | 3.8 (149) | 8 |
| 2 | Amberview 32115 105th Pl SE, Auburn, WA 98092, USA | $1,425 as of Oct 27 | $1,774 | $2.08/ft² | 4.2 (212) | 5 |
| 3 | Cobble Court 345 Pacific Ave N, Pacific, WA 98047, USA | $1,454 | $1,871 | $2.08/ft² | 3.5 (252) | 17 |
| 4 | Mallard Pointe at Riverbend 802 45th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA | $1,499 | $1,969 | $2.08/ft² | 3.7 (145) | 5 |
| 5 | Belara at Lakeland Apartments 6170 Terrace View Ln, Auburn, WA 98092, USA | $1,575 as of Oct 25 | $2,010 | $2.06/ft² | 3.3 (284) | 32 |
| 6 | ReNew Lea Hill 1433 8th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA | $1,599 | $1,708 | $2.13/ft² | 3.8 (119) | 10 |
| 7 | Argyle Apartment Homes 2517 S 316th Ln, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA | $1,655 | $1,773 | $2.28/ft² | 4.3 (155) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments
3.8 (149)102 10th St NE Suite A, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
Amberview
4.2 (212)32115 105th Pl SE, Auburn, WA 98092, USA
Cobble Court
3.5 (252)345 Pacific Ave N, Pacific, WA 98047, USA
Mallard Pointe at Riverbend
3.7 (145)802 45th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
Belara at Lakeland Apartments
3.3 (284)6170 Terrace View Ln, Auburn, WA 98092, USA
ReNew Lea Hill
3.8 (119)1433 8th St NE, Auburn, WA 98002, USA
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Auburn, WA neighborhoods
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Auburn, WA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Auburn, WA is $103,155 per month, based on 79 units across 17 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,050 at Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments to $7,998,000 at Anthony Pere.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,626/mo | $1,454/mo | 24 |
| 2 Bed | $1,809/mo | $1,050/mo | 31 |
| 3 Bed | $2,399/mo | $1,929/mo | 20 |
| 4 Bed | $2,733/mo | $2,733/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Auburn, WA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Auburn, WA averages $1,626/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,809/mo. At the local median household income of $95,367, that works out to 1298% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Auburn, WA at $1,713/mo. The current tracked market average runs 5922% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Auburn, WA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Auburn, WA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$4,126,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $103,155/mo.
Comfortable income
$4,951,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,050/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Median household income in Auburn, WA is $95,367 , about 98% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Auburn, WA
Overall prices in Auburn, WA runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Auburn, WA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $103,155 |
| Utilities | $652 |
| Groceries | $584 |
| Transportation | $1,553 |
| Healthcare | $758 |
| Other goods and services | $1,212 |
| Estimated total | $107,914/mo |
Population
85,455
Median household income
$95,367
Census median rent
$1,713/mo
Census rent burden
31.9%
Median age
35.7
Mean commute
32 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Washington
How Auburn, WA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Auburn, WA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $2,995 | -97% | +8.4% | 61 |
| Bellevue, WA | $3,320 | -97% | +3.3% | 21 |
| Bellingham, WA | $1,558 | -98% | +3.9% | 19 |
| Everett, WA | $2,036 | -98% | -11.2% | 18 |
| Lakewood, WA | $1,855 | -98% | +0.6% | 17 |
| Renton, WA | $2,252 | -98% | -1% | 16 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Auburn, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Auburn, WA is $103,155 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 79 priced apartments in 17 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Auburn, WA?
The median asking rent in Auburn, WA is $1,895 per month, computed from 79 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $103,155/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Auburn, WA?
The lowest available rent in Auburn, WA starts at $1,050 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Auburn, WA?
1-bedroom apartments in Auburn, WA average $1,626/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,454/mo across 24 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Auburn, WA?
2-bedroom apartments in Auburn, WA average $1,809/mo. Units start from $1,050/mo across 31 units currently listed.
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