Cheap Apartments for Rent in 98038

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Apartments For Rent Near 98038

We found 30 more apartments matching your filters just outside 98038

Average Rent Trends in 98038

Rent in 98038 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Oct 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Nov 2025$3,345
Dec 2025$3,300
Jan 2026$3,200
Feb 2026$3,200
Mar 2026$3,125
Apr 2026$3,200
May 2026$3,200
Jun 2026$3,200
Jul 2026$3,200
Aug 2026$3,200
Sep 2026$3,386
Oct 2026$3,367
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In October 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,063$2,350$3,100$3,750$3,300
Townhomes—$2,995——$2,995
Apartments and Condos—$2,350$2,450—$2,350
Houses$2,400$2,000$3,229$3,750$3,500

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 98038

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in 98038?
    The average rent of an apartment in 98038 is $2,501 per month. This is about 29% higher than the national average.
  • What are the cheapest months to find an apartment to rent in 98038?
    Last year, the cheapest month to find an apartment to rent was Jan 2025 when it was $3,049 per month.
  • How many cheap apartments are available in 98038?
    There are 22 apartments to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $3,300.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in 98038?
    In the last year, the average rent in 98038 was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $3,599 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 98038?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 98038 is $2,063 per month. That is about $813 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • What are some cities near 98038?
    Some nearby cities include: Maple Valley, Issaquah, Black Diamond, Ravensdale, Covington, Renton. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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