Salmon Creek

Burien, WA

Salmon Creek - Burien, WA

Area Guide

Near the Pudget Sound, Salmon Creek’s events are the talk of the town!

Waterfront • Community • Charming • Eclectic • Events • Airport • Washington •

Salmon Creek is a waterfront community on the Puget Sound, just 10 miles south of Seattle. Salmon Creek Ravine Park makes up a large chunk of the area. This charming residential community is encompassed by a selection of local restaurants plus the Bigfoot Java shop – be sure to try the mythical mocha!

When you live in Salmon Creek, you’re close to Olde Burien. This downtown area of Burien is made up of eclectic shops and cafes. There are a lot of events that happen around the neighborhood, such as the Strawberry Days Festival and weekly farmers markets. Residents enjoy the convenience of public transit, Interstate 405, and the close proximity to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Salmon Creek is $1,260 for a studio, $1,425 for one bedroom, $1,700 for two bedrooms, and $2,244 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Salmon Creek has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Studio
615 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,260/month

Average Rent

1 BR
631 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,425/month

Average Rent

2 BR
978 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,700/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,329 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,244/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

Seahurst Park
Eagle Landing Park
Fauntleroy Park
Westcrest Park
Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

Seattle-Tacoma International
Seattle Paine Field International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Salmon Creek

City's Edge Apartments

11801 Ambaum Blvd SW,
Burien, WA 98146

$2,300 | 2 Beds

Cameo Apartments

1121 SW 126th St,
Burien, WA 98146

$1,450 | 1 Bed

12009 26th Ave SW

12009 26th Ave SW,
Burien, WA 98146

$3,200 | 2 Beds

12434 Ambaum Blvd SW

12434 Ambaum Blvd SW,
Seattle, WA 98146

$1,300 | 1 Bed

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Living in Salmon Creek

Renters living in Salmon Creek pay an average of $1,400 for one bedroom, $1,600 for two bedrooms, and $2,200 for three bedrooms, compared to the Burien average of $1,900. Houses for rent in Salmon Creek Houses for rent in Salmon Creek cost around $1,700. cost around $1,700. For those wanting to buy, the average price for a house in Salmon Creek is $650,000, compared to the city average of $660,000.