Mercer Island, WA Rent History
104 months of data, 2018–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$2,796
1-year change
+6.0%
$159/mo
5-year change
+25.2%
$563/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Mercer Island
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $1,945/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2019 | $1,987/mo | +2.2% | +2.2% |
| 2020 | $2,078/mo | +4.6% | +6.8% |
| 2021 | $2,073/mo | -0.2% | +6.6% |
| 2022 | $2,350/mo | +13.4% | +20.8% |
| 2023 | $2,411/mo | +2.6% | +24.0% |
| 2024 | $2,532/mo | +5.0% | +30.2% |
| 2025 | $2,678/mo | +5.8% | +37.7% |
| 2026 | $2,665/mo | -0.5% | +37.0% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Mercer Island changed since 2018?
Median rent in Mercer Island, WA was $1,940 in 2018-02 and is $2,796 as of 2026-09 — a change of $856 per month over 8 years.
How much has Mercer Island rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Mercer Island, WA has changed +25.2% ($563 per month). The current median is $2,796.
Is rent in Mercer Island going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Mercer Island, WA has increased +6.0% ($159/mo). Current median: $2,796.