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Last updated August 20, 2025

Rental market summary

The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in 98038 is $3,995.

Average rent

$3,995

Month-over-month change

-$92

Year-over-year change

+$95

Available rentals

5

Source: Zillow Rentals data

Rental price range

The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $950 to $4,385.

Rent frequencies
Rent priceNumber of rental properties
$9001
$3,9003
$4,400+1

Average rent price over time

In the last year, rent has increased by $95 compared to the previous year.

Average rent price over time
Last year (2024)This year (2025)
Jan$4,200$4,190
Mar$3,576$4,000
Apr$3,225$4,250
May$4,423$4,250
Jun$4,495$4,045
Jul$4,217$3,995
Aug$3,753$3,995
Sep$4,000No data
Oct$4,595No data
Nov$4,440No data
Dec$4,200No data

Market temperature

The 98038 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 98038 is 34% lower than the national average.

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Frequently asked questions

1. What is the average rent in 98038?

The average rent in 98038 is $3,076.

2. How much does it cost to rent a house in 98038?

Houses in 98038 rent between $950 - $4,385 with an average rent of $3,076.

3. How has the rent in 98038 changed in the last year?

In the last year, the rent in 98038 decreased by $174

4. How much has the rent in 98038 increased/decreased in the last month?

In the last month, the rent in 98038 decreased by $419

5. How many available rentals are there in 98038?

There are currently 41 rentals available in 98038.

6. How do rent prices in 98038 compare with the national average?

The average rent in 98038 is $3,076 — Infinity% higher the national average of $0.