98236 rental market

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Last updated August 11, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 98236 is $2,950.

Average rent

$2,950

Month-over-month change

+$1,150

Year-over-year change

+$1,450

Available rentals

3

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,885 to $3,095.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$1,9001
$2,9001
$3,000+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $1,450 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jan$3,200$2,600
Feb$3,300$2,350
Mar$2,100$2,350
Apr$2,100$2,200
May$2,300$3,043
Jun$1,100$850
Jul$3,000$1,000
Aug$3,000$1,985
Sep$2,400No data
Oct$2,800No data
Nov$2,615No data
Dec$2,600No data

Market temperature

The 98236 rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.

cool

Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.

Compare average rent in markets

Rent in 98236 is 48% higher than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 98236?

The average rent in 98236 is $2,950.

2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in 98236?

The average rent for a studio apartment in 98236 is $1,300 per month.

3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 98236?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 98236 is $1,974 per month.

4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 98236?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in 98236 is $2,950 per month.

5. How much does it cost to rent a house in 98236?

Houses in 98236 rent between $1,885 - $3,095 with an average rent of $2,950.

6. How has the rent in 98236 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 98236 increased by $1,450

7. How much has the rent in 98236 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 98236 increased by $1,150

8. How many available rentals are there in 98236?

There are currently 3 rentals available in 98236.

9. How do rent prices in 98236 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 98236 is $2,950 — 47.5% higher the national average of $2,000.

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