What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The average size for a Washington apartment is 832 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 Aug / 2026, the average rent in Washington is $2,059 per month, a 0.32% increase from last years average of $2,052.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Washington?

In Washington, studios rent for $1,605 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,936 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,192 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,560 per month

What is the average apartment size in Washington?

The typical apartment in Washington offers about 832 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 982 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,258 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 38% 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 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Washington is $2,059, a 0.32% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,052.

Studio Apartments at $1,605 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 $1,936, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,192 offer 982 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,258 sq ft) for $2,560, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Washington

Last updated: October 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,059	832 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,605	465 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,936	685 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,192	982 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,560	1,258 sq. ft.

Washington rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Washington?

The largest share of rentals in Washington (38%) 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	$1,334	993 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,574	867 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,162	896 sq. ft.
California	$2,694	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,859	879 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,209	899 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,735	928 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,460	747 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,999	987 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,663	1,030 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,721	933 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,071	842 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,346	912 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,265	900 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,348	910 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,354	937 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,265	916 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,118	833 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,898	908 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,863	881 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,437	921 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,676	896 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,337	1,011 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,382	904 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,819	905 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,380	932 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,570	912 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,226	887 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,463	872 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,438	840 sq. ft.
New York	$2,683	880 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,583	982 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,215	968 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,362	902 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,089	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,758	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,837	891 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,246	918 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,668	1,019 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,217	912 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,557	956 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,455	894 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,671	936 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,019	925 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,059	832 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,663	926 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.