What is the average apartment size in Federal Way?

The average size for a Federal Way, WA apartment is 886 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 Federal Way?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Federal Way is $1,878 per month, a 1.04% decrease from last year’s average of $1,898.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Federal Way?

In Federal Way, studios rent for $1,342 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,627 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,933 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,356 per month

What is the average apartment size in Federal Way?

The typical apartment in Federal Way offers about 886 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Federal Way?

Studio apartments in Federal Way average 467 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 690 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 952 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,187 sq. ft.

Federal Way, WA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Federal Way?

The typical rent budget in Federal Way ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 60% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Federal Way?

In Federal Way, 44% of households rent while 56% 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 Federal Way is $1,878, a 1.04% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,898.

Studio Apartments at $1,342 offer the most budget-friendly option with 467 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 690 square feet for $1,627, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,933 offer 952 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,187 sq ft) for $2,356, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Federal Way, WA

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,878	886 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,342	467 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,627	690 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,933	952 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,356	1,187 sq. ft.

Federal Way, WA rent trends

Rental prices in Federal Way, WA have decreased by 1.04% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,898 to $1,878.

What's the typical rent budget in Federal Way, WA?

The largest share of rentals in Federal Way, WA (60%) 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 Federal Way, WA?

16,134 or 44% of the households in Federal Way, WA are renter-occupied while 20,262 or 56% are owner-occupied.

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How Federal Way Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Federal Way	$1,878
Seattle	$2,252
Tacoma	$1,749
Spokane	$1,389
Everett	$1,886
Vancouver	$1,781
Bellevue	$2,751
Renton	$2,156
Spokane Valley	$1,416
Bothell	$2,284
Kent	$1,954
Puyallup	$2,020
Lakewood, WA	$1,653
Auburn, WA	$1,866
SeaTac, WA	$1,787
Burien, WA	$1,927
Fife, WA	$1,843
Des Moines, WA	$1,804
Port Orchard, WA	$1,800
Sumner, WA	$2,206
Tukwila, WA	$1,878

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 Federal Way 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.