How much does it cost to rent in Seaside, OR?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Seaside, OR is $1,523. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Seaside cheaper than other Oregon cities?

Seaside is among the more affordable cities in Oregon, ranking #57 out of 65 cities at $1,523/mo.

When was Seaside rent data last updated?

Seaside rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Seaside

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Pop. 7,192·57th most expensive in Oregon·Rental market data updated monthly for Seaside, OR

Median rent (all units)

$1,523/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-7.9%

vs US Median

-$442

Falling (Monthly)

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Seaside · $1,523

More affordable than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

39% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,523/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$61,000/yr

Local median income

$47,361/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Seaside's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$865

1 BR

$744

2 BR

$1,153

3 BR

$1,416

Research median

$1,153/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,276/yr

At $1,523/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -7.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Seaside, OR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

7,192

Median income

$47,361

Median age

51.2

Renters

52%

Age distribution

16.8%

16.5%

26%

14.6%

26%

Under 1816.8%

18–3416.5%

35–5426%

55–6414.6%

65+26%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

87%

White87%

Black1.6%

Hispanic10.8%

Asian1.7%

Education (25+)

25.8%

36.7%

31.3%

No HS diploma6.3%

HS diploma25.8%

Some college36.7%

Bachelor's+31.3%

Housing tenure

48%

52%

Owner48%

Renter52%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Seaside, OR has changed in 5 years

Income

$41,488 → $47,361

up 14.2%

Population

7,058 → 7,192

up 1.9%

Renter share

57.5% → 52%

-5.5 pts

Bachelor's+

24.3% → 31.3%

+7.0 pts

Household income in the area moved from $41,488 to $47,361 across the same window, up 14.2% versus 2021. The population has grown by 1.9% since 2021, moving from about 7,058 residents to roughly 7,192. Renters now make up 52% of households, compared with 57.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 31.3% of adults here, versus 24.3% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Seaside on your salary?

At $1,523/mo, how Seaside rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Seaside rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Seaside. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Seaside, OR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Seaside is $1,523/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $865/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,153/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $744/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,416/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($47,361/yr), Seaside ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside an affordable city for renters?

Seaside is considered moderate for renters. At $1,523/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($47,361/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Seaside slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Seaside?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,523/mo in Seaside. The local median household income is $47,361/yr, meaning the typical Seaside household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Seaside?

Rent in Seaside has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Seaside rent compare to other cities in Oregon?

Seaside is one of the more affordable cities in Oregon for rent, ranking #57 out of 65 tracked cities at $1,523/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Seaside?

Longview is nearby and more affordable at $1,296/mo, which is $227 less than Seaside.

What percentage of Seaside residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52% of Seaside households are renters, while 48% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Seaside has a strong rental market.