Average Rent in Bellevue, WA
What is the average rent in Bellevue, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Bellevue, WA is $3,320 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 152 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 3, 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, 152 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Bellevue, WACheapest
$1,495/mo
Excalibur Apartment Homes
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17
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152
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Bellevue, WA Rent Prices
All 17 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Excalibur Apartment Homes
123 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
The Baxter
11115 NE 2nd St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Brio
11130 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Elements Apartments
958 111th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Commodore Apartments
537 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Park 433 Apartment Homes
433 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
City Square Bellevue Apartments
938 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Excalibur Apartment Homes 123 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,495 | $1,744 | $3.63/ft² | 4.1 (73) | 12 |
| 2 | The Baxter 11115 NE 2nd St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,495 as of Oct 28 | $1,919 | $3.58/ft² | 3.5 (44) | 11 |
| 3 | Brio 11130 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,707 | $3,065 | $3.57/ft² | 2.3 (120) | 9 |
| 4 | Elements Apartments 958 111th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,825 | $2,496 | $3.80/ft² | 3.2 (193) | 17 |
| 5 | Commodore Apartments 537 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,845 | $2,480 | $2.13/ft² | 4.1 (19) | 3 |
| 6 | Park 433 Apartment Homes 433 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,850 | $2,265 | -- | 2.8 (13) | 6 |
| 7 | City Square Bellevue Apartments 938 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA | $1,886 | $2,273 | $3.51/ft² | 3.5 (93) | 7 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Excalibur Apartment Homes
4.1 (73)123 112th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
The Baxter
3.5 (44)11115 NE 2nd St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Brio
2.3 (120)11130 NE 10th St, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Elements Apartments
3.2 (193)958 111th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Commodore Apartments
4.1 (19)537 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
Park 433 Apartment Homes
2.8 (13)433 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
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Bellevue, WA neighborhoods
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Bellevue, WA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Bellevue, WA is $3,320 per month, based on 152 units across 17 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,495 at Excalibur Apartment Homes to $27,770 at Two Lincoln Tower.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,920/mo | $1,495/mo | 29 |
| 1 Bed | $3,223/mo | $1,845/mo | 62 |
| 2 Bed | $3,405/mo | $1,950/mo | 56 |
| 3 Bed | $17,862/mo | $3,100/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 Bellevue, WA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Bellevue, WA averages $3,223/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,405/mo. At the local median household income of $161,300, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Bellevue, WA at $2,505/mo. The current tracked market average runs 33% 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 Bellevue, WA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Seattle
Demand in the Seattle rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- T-Mobile US
- Expedia Group
Mean one-way commute in Bellevue, WA is 24 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bellevue, 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
$133,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,320/mo.
Comfortable income
$159,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,495/mo), you need to earn at least $60,000/year.
Median household income in Bellevue, WA is $161,300 , about 1% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Bellevue, WA
Overall prices in Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, WA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,320 |
| Utilities | $652 |
| Groceries | $584 |
| Transportation | $1,553 |
| Healthcare | $758 |
| Other goods and services | $1,212 |
| Estimated total | $8,079/mo |
Population
151,199
Median household income
$161,300
Census median rent
$2,505/mo
Census rent burden
23.2%
Median age
38.3
Mean commute
24 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 Bellevue, WA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Bellevue, WA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $3,006 | -9% | +7.2% | 61 |
| Auburn, WA | $103,155 | +3007% | +16733.7% | 20 |
| Bellingham, WA | $1,557 | -53% | +3.6% | 19 |
| Everett, WA | $2,032 | -39% | -11.9% | 18 |
| Lakewood, WA | $1,857 | -44% | +1.6% | 17 |
| Renton, WA | $2,252 | -32% | -1% | 16 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bellevue, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Bellevue, WA is $3,320 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 152 priced apartments in 17 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Bellevue, WA?
The median asking rent in Bellevue, WA is $2,662 per month, computed from 152 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,320/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Bellevue, WA?
The lowest available rent in Bellevue, WA starts at $1,495 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Bellevue, WA?
1-bedroom apartments in Bellevue, WA average $3,223/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,845/mo across 62 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bellevue, WA?
2-bedroom apartments in Bellevue, WA average $3,405/mo. Units start from $1,950/mo across 56 units currently listed.
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