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Rental Market Trends in Des Moines, WA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Des Moines, WA is $1,494/month.
Rent in Des Moines is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,494/month
Average Rent
615 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.9%
Change / Year
807
Available Apartments
Des Moines rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Des Moines average $1,238 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Des Moines average $1,494 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Des Moines average $1,771 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Des Moines average $2,047 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Des Moines, WA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $14 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Des Moines, WA
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
5%
Below $700/month
21%
$700 - $1,000/month
21%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
43%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
10%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Des Moines?
Based on current rent prices, Central Des Moines and Pacific Ridge" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Des Moines.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Des Moines?
Based on current rent prices, Pacific Ridge and Central Des Moines" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Des Moines.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Des Moines neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Des Moines with the most apartments available are Central Des Moines and Pacific Ridge" .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Des Moines, WA?
Because the average rent in Des Moines is $1,494, you’ll want to make about $4,980 per month or $59,760 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Des Moines, WA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Des Moines, WA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Des Moines Area GuideStudio
$1,250/month
$1,381/month
One Bedroom
$1,555/month
$1,184/month
Two Bedroom
$1,989/month
$970/month
Three Bedroom
$3,062/month
$1,282/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Normandy Park
Avg Rent: $1,442/month
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Seatac
Avg Rent: $1,750/month
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Federal Way
Avg Rent: $1,570/month
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Burien
Avg Rent: $1,509/month
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Tukwila
Avg Rent: $1,583/month
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Vashon
Avg Rent: $911/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Des Moines?
The average rent in Des Moines is $1,494 per month, which is 10.2% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Des Moines?
The average rent for a house in Des Moines, WA is $2,930 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Des Moines?
Rents in Des Moines, WA are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $14 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Des Moines?
In Des Moines, WA, 43% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.