Cheap Apartments for Rent 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 Aug 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$3,250
Jul 2025$3,195
Aug 2025$3,300
Sep 2025$3,200
Oct 2025$3,009
Nov 2025$3,050
Dec 2025$3,100
Jan 2026$3,099
Feb 2026$3,200
Mar 2026$3,300
Apr 2026$3,200
May 2026$3,295
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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 Rentals in 98042

  • What is the average rent in 98042?
    The average rent in 98042 is $3,300. Rent prices range from $880 to as much as $8,995, depending on the type of rental.
  • How does the rent in 98042 compare to the national average?
    Average rent in 98042 is about 73% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in 98042 compared to the U.S. average.
  • What is the average rent in 98042, by number of bedrooms?
    The average rent in 98042 is $1,687 for a studio, $1,672 for a 1 bedroom, $2,039 for a 2 bedroom, $2,975 for a 3 bedroom, and $3,600 for a 4 bedroom.
  • How have rent prices in 98042 changed compared to last year?
    In the past year, the average rent price in 98042 has increased by $200. That means the average rent is 6% higher than last year.
  • How many available rental listings are in 98042?
    There are 32 available rental listings 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.