Apartments in 98042

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Apartments For Rent Near 98042

We found 30 more apartments matching your filters just outside 98042

Average Rent Trends in 98042

Rent in 98042 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Oct 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$2,430
Jul 2025$2,236
Aug 2025$2,063
Sep 2025$1,511
Oct 2025$2,503
Nov 2025$2,033
Dec 2025$2,186
Jan 2026$1,771
Feb 2026$1,760
Mar 2026$1,653
Apr 2026$1,488
May 2026$2,086
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,672$2,039$2,975$3,600$3,300
Townhomes—$3,500——$3,500
Apartments and Condos——$2,800—$2,800
Houses$2,100$2,750$3,295$3,600$3,400

Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in 98042

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in 98042?
    The average rent of an apartment in 98042 is $2,047 per month. This is about 6% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in 98042?
    In the last year, the average rent in 98042 was lowest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,511 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in 98042?
    In the last year, the average rent in 98042 was highest in Oct 2025 when it was $2,503 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 98042?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 98042 is $1,625 per month. That is about $62 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many apartments or condos are available to rent in 98042?
    There are 7 available apartments or condos to rent in 98042.
  • What are some cities near 98042?
    Some nearby cities include: Covington, Kent, Auburn, Black Diamond, Renton, Maple Valley. These cities may have more rental options to explore.