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 for a apartment increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Oct 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Sep 2025$1,511
Oct 2025$2,503
Nov 2025$2,033
Dec 2025$2,186
Jan 2026$1,771
Feb 2026$1,763
Mar 2026$1,654
Apr 2026$1,490
May 2026$2,081
Jun 2026$2,050
Jul 2026$1,740
Aug 2026$1,886
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,786$2,122$2,821$3,744$3,350
Apartments and Condos$2,000———$2,000
Houses$1,000—$3,100$3,744$3,695

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 $1,803 per month. This is about 8% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent for an apartment 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 for an apartment 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 $1,695 per month. That is about $75 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many apartments or condos are available to rent in 98042?
    There are 10 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.
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