Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025
Tukwila’s rental market offers a diverse mix of modern apartments and spacious single‑family homes, making it an attractive choice for professionals, families, and students alike. With its convenient location just south of Seattle and close proximity to the Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport, the city benefits from easy access to major highways, light rail, and bus routes, which appeals to commuters seeking a short ride into downtown Seattle or the surrounding tech corridor.
Apartment options range from well‑appointed studios in the $1500 range to one‑bedroom units typically found in the mid‑$1600s, while two‑bedroom apartments often approach the $2000 mark. Larger apartments and townhomes, such as three‑bedroom layouts, command rents in the $3000‑$3500 range, reflecting the demand for family‑friendly space near amenities. For those who prefer a house, two‑bedroom homes are generally available in the $2300‑$2500 bracket, with three‑ and four‑plus bedroom residences renting in the $3000‑$4100 range, offering ample room for growing households.
Neighborhoods like the vibrant Downtown Tukwila and the Riverside area provide easy access to popular attractions such as Westfield Southcenter Mall, the Pacific Medical Center, and scenic parks along the Duwamish River. The city’s strong rental inventory, combined with its excellent transit connections, plentiful shopping, dining, and recreational options, creates a welcoming environment for renters seeking both convenience and community in the Pacific Northwest.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,554 | $1,500 | $1,389 - $1,727 | $1,460 - $1,677 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,706 | $1,630 | $1,250 - $2,290 | $1,470 - $1,937 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $2,053 | $1,962 | $1,310 - $3,979 | $1,750 - $2,195 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $3,655 | $2,422 | $2,295 - $6,200 | $2,395 - $6,200 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $2,301 | $2,375 | $1,600 - $2,900 | $1,995 - $2,600 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $3,148 | $3,299 | $1,995 - $4,200 | $2,595 - $3,500 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $4,133 | $3,950 | $3,000 - $5,500 | $3,800 - $4,975 |
In the current period, the average rent in Tukwila was $1,554 for Studio, $1,706 for 1 Bedroom, $2,099 for 2 Bedroom, $3,163 for 3 Bedroom, and $3,815 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.