What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The average size for a Washington apartment is 830 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Washington?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Washington is $2,040 per month, a 0.62% increase from last year’s average of $2,028.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Washington?

In Washington, studios rent for $1,612 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,917 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,173 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,500 per month

What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The typical apartment in Washington offers about 830 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Washington?

Studio apartments in Washington average 466 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 684 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 980 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,244 sq. ft.

Washington Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Washington?

The typical rent budget in Washington ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 39% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Washington?

In Washington, 36% of households rent while 64% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Washington is $2,040, a 0.62% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,028.

Studio Apartments at $1,612 offer the most budget-friendly option with 466 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 684 square feet for $1,917, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,173 offer 980 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,244 sq ft) for $2,500, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Washington

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,040	830 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,612	466 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,917	684 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,173	980 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,500	1,244 sq. ft.

Washington rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Washington?

The largest share of rentals in Washington (39%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Washington?

1,090,864 or 36% of the households in Washington are renter-occupied while 1,929,694 or 64% are owner-occupied.

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How Washington Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,315	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,572	861 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,131	895 sq. ft.
California	$2,634	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,853	876 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,117	894 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,682	920 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,529	746 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,973	981 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,640	1,024 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,655	926 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,035	837 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,312	907 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,253	907 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,307	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,323	935 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,261	921 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,886	905 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,892	883 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,392	919 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,631	891 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,310	1,006 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,332	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,862	886 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,337	934 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,537	908 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,181	877 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,420	869 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,411	831 sq. ft.
New York	$2,341	891 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,555	976 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,156	966 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,328	901 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,070	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,770	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,790	891 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,197	917 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,618	1,014 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,179	912 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,531	950 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,454	890 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,627	925 sq. ft.
Virginia	$1,977	924 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,040	830 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,582	919 sq. ft.

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Washington apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.