98638 rental market

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Last updated June 28, 2026

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 98638 is $1,475.

Average rent

$1,475

Month-over-month change

-$5

Year-over-year change

-$25

Available rentals

1

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,475 to $1,475.

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Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$1,400+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has decreased by $25 compared to the previous year.

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Average rent price over time
Last year (2025)This year (2026)
Jul$1,500$1,500
Aug$1,500$1,521
Sep$1,500$1,575
Oct$1,500$1,575
Nov$1,500$1,575
Dec$1,500$1,480

Market temperature

The 98638 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.

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Rent in 98638 is 27% lower than the national average.

98638vs.

$1,475

$2,021

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 98638?

The average rent in 98638 is $1,475.

2. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 98638?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in 98638 is $1,475 per month.

3. How much does it cost to rent a house in 98638?

Houses in 98638 rent between $1,475 - $1,475 with an average rent of $1,475.

4. How has the rent in 98638 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 98638 decreased by $25

5. How much has the rent in 98638 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 98638 decreased by $5

6. How many available rentals are there in 98638?

There are currently 1 rentals available in 98638.

7. How do rent prices in 98638 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 98638 is $1,475 — 27.02% lower the national average of $2,021.

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