What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The average size for a Washington apartment is 829 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 May / 2026, the average rent in Washington is $2,043 per month, a 0.14% decrease from last years average of $2,046.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Washington?

In Washington, studios rent for $1,602 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,923 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,178 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,520 per month

What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The typical apartment in Washington offers about 829 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 465 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 685 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 981 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,245 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 40% 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: July 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Washington is $2,043, a 0.14% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,046.

Studio Apartments at $1,602 offer the most budget-friendly option with 465 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 685 square feet for $1,923, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,178 offer 981 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,245 sq ft) for $2,520, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Washington

Last updated: July 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,043	829 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,602	465 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,923	685 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,178	981 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,520	1,245 sq. ft.

Washington rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Washington?

The largest share of rentals in Washington (40%) 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?

1,110,043 or 36% of the households in Washington are renter-occupied while 1,954,777 or 64% are owner-occupied.

How Washington Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,324	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,563	864 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,150	895 sq. ft.
California	$2,666	853 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,838	875 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,176	897 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,714	921 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,470	747 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,981	983 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,640	1,027 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,684	932 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,064	840 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,344	909 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,239	895 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,333	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,336	934 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,240	916 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,057	837 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,894	908 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,876	880 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,423	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,665	893 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,329	1,010 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,364	902 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,722	887 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,365	931 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,558	910 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,187	877 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,429	871 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,419	835 sq. ft.
New York	$2,692	872 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,564	978 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,178	965 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,356	900 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,076	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,753	845 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,816	889 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,212	915 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,636	1,015 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,208	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,548	953 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,452	892 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,653	930 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,018	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,043	829 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,633	920 sq. ft.

Popular Cities in Washington

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.