Burien, WA Rent History

113 months of data, 20172026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,896
1-year change
+6.6%
$117/mo
5-year change
+24.2%
$370/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Burien

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2017
2017$1,267/mo0.0%
2018$1,323/mo+4.4%+4.4%
2019$1,387/mo+4.8%+9.5%
2020$1,477/mo+6.5%+16.6%
2021$1,487/mo+0.7%+17.4%
2022$1,699/mo+14.3%+34.1%
2023$1,754/mo+3.2%+38.4%
2024$1,813/mo+3.4%+43.1%
2025$1,762/mo-2.8%+39.1%
2026$1,832/mo+4.0%+44.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Burien changed since 2017?

Median rent in Burien, WA was $1,187 in 2017-02 and is $1,896 as of 2026-06 — a change of $709 per month over 9 years.

How much has Burien rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Burien, WA has changed +24.2% ($370 per month). The current median is $1,896.

Is rent in Burien going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Burien, WA has increased +6.6% ($117/mo). Current median: $1,896.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.