Average Rent in Sammamish, WA
What is the average rent in Sammamish, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Sammamish, WA is $2,911 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 125 priced apartments in 7 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 2, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
7 apartment buildings, 125 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Sammamish, WACheapest
$1,896/mo
SKY Sammamish
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7
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125
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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Sammamish, WA Rent Prices
All 7 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Vesta Apartments
18666 Redmond Wy, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
SKY Sammamish
22526 SE 4th St, Sammamish, WA 98074, USA
Talisman
7405 168th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Lakemont Orchard
18305 South SE Newport Way, Issaquah, WA 98027, USA
Spectra Apartments
17620 NE 69th Ct, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
The Docks at Redmond Lakeview
4250 West LK Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Reflections by Windsor Apartments
6332 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vesta Apartments 18666 Redmond Wy, Redmond, WA 98052, USA | $1,777 as of Oct 2 | $2,352 | $2.74/ft² | 3 (138) | 17 |
| 2 | SKY Sammamish 22526 SE 4th St, Sammamish, WA 98074, USA | $1,896 | $2,707 | $2.67/ft² | 3 (92) | 13 |
| 3 | Talisman 7405 168th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA | $1,899 as of Oct 26 | $2,802 | $3.17/ft² | 3.8 (134) | 24 |
| 4 | Lakemont Orchard 18305 South SE Newport Way, Issaquah, WA 98027, USA | $1,945 | $2,624 | $2.87/ft² | 3.6 (100) | 31 |
| 5 | Spectra Apartments 17620 NE 69th Ct, Redmond, WA 98052, USA | $1,962 | $3,187 | $3.47/ft² | 3.2 (119) | 28 |
| 6 | The Docks at Redmond Lakeview 4250 West LK Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA | $2,013 | $2,250 | $3.09/ft² | 4.2 (110) | 7 |
| 7 | Reflections by Windsor Apartments 6332 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA | $2,048 | $2,695 | $2.91/ft² | 4.1 (156) | 16 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Vesta Apartments
3 (138)18666 Redmond Wy, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
SKY Sammamish
3 (92)22526 SE 4th St, Sammamish, WA 98074, USA
Talisman
3.8 (134)7405 168th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
Lakemont Orchard
3.6 (100)18305 South SE Newport Way, Issaquah, WA 98027, USA
Spectra Apartments
3.2 (119)17620 NE 69th Ct, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
The Docks at Redmond Lakeview
4.2 (110)4250 West LK Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052, USA
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Sammamish, WA neighborhoods
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Sammamish, WA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Sammamish, WA is $2,911 per month, based on 125 units across 7 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,896 at SKY Sammamish to $4,470 at Spectra Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,046/mo | $1,962/mo | 3 |
| 1 Bed | $2,306/mo | $1,896/mo | 43 |
| 2 Bed | $3,065/mo | $2,020/mo | 53 |
| 3 Bed | $3,697/mo | $2,933/mo | 26 |
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 Sammamish, WA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Sammamish, WA averages $2,306/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,065/mo. At the local median household income of $227,273, that works out to 15% 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 Sammamish, WA at $2,728/mo. The current tracked market average runs 7% 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 Sammamish, WA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sammamish, 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
$116,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,911/mo.
Comfortable income
$140,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,896/mo), you need to earn at least $76,000/year.
Median household income in Sammamish, WA is $227,273 , about 63% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Sammamish, WA
Overall prices in Sammamish, 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 Sammamish, WA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,911 |
| Utilities | $652 |
| Groceries | $584 |
| Transportation | $1,553 |
| Healthcare | $758 |
| Other goods and services | $1,212 |
| Estimated total | $7,670/mo |
Population
66,375
Median household income
$227,273
Census median rent
$2,728/mo
Census rent burden
26.9%
Median age
39.4
Mean commute
31 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 Sammamish, WA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Sammamish, WA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | $3,006 | +3% | +7.2% | 61 |
| Bellevue, WA | $3,361 | +15% | +0.7% | 21 |
| Auburn, WA | $103,155 | +3444% | +16733.7% | 20 |
| Bellingham, WA | $1,557 | -47% | +3.6% | 19 |
| Everett, WA | $2,032 | -30% | -11.9% | 18 |
| Lakewood, WA | $1,857 | -36% | +1.6% | 17 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Sammamish, WA?
The average listed apartment rent in Sammamish, WA is $2,911 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 125 priced apartments in 7 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Sammamish, WA?
The median asking rent in Sammamish, WA is $2,864 per month, computed from 125 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,911/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Sammamish, WA?
The lowest available rent in Sammamish, WA starts at $1,896 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Sammamish, WA?
1-bedroom apartments in Sammamish, WA average $2,306/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,896/mo across 43 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Sammamish, WA?
2-bedroom apartments in Sammamish, WA average $3,065/mo. Units start from $2,020/mo across 53 units currently listed.
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