Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Snohomish County, Washington
Snohomish County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,549 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,949 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $49.02 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,549
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 25% more than in Washington
- Typical rent
- $1,949
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 11% more than in Washington
- Wage needed
- $49.02
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $101,960 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 54%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 7% more than in Washington
Only here
Renting in Snohomish County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Snohomish County has the 2nd highest typical rent of the 39 counties in Washington ($1,949).
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Snohomish County has the 2nd highest typical household income of the 39 counties in Washington ($111,246).
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Among the neighboring counties, Chelan County has the lowest typical rent ($1,226), 37% below the $1,949 in Snohomish County.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Snohomish County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Snohomish County was $2,198 a month in September 2026: 2.2% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,091 | $40.21 | $83,640 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,180 | $41.92 | $87,200 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,549 | $49.02 | $101,960 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,324 | $63.92 | $132,960 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,954 | $76.04 | $158,160 |
HUD area: Seattle-Bellevue, WA HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 29 ZIP codes in Snohomish County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,950 in 98241 to $3,170 in 98021. 6 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,549).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 98012 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,280 | $2,380 | $2,780 | $3,620 | $4,310 |
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| 98020 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,980 | $2,060 | $2,410 | $3,140 | $3,740 |
| 98021 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,600 | $2,710 | $3,170 | $4,130 | $4,920 |
| 98026 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,940 | $2,030 | $2,370 | $3,090 | $3,680 |
| 98036 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,780 | $1,860 | $2,170 | $2,830 | $3,370 |
| 98037 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,910 | $1,990 | $2,330 | $3,040 | $3,610 |
| 98043 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,990 | $2,070 | $2,420 | $3,160 | $3,750 |
| 98087 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,130 | $2,220 | $2,600 | $3,390 | $4,030 |
| 98201 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,670 | $1,740 | $2,040 | $2,660 | $3,160 |
| 98203 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,850 | $1,930 | $2,260 | $2,950 | $3,510 |
| 98204 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,840 | $1,920 | $2,240 | $2,920 | $3,470 |
| 98207 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,670 | $1,740 | $2,040 | $2,660 | $3,160 |
| 98208 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,960 | $2,040 | $2,390 | $3,120 | $3,710 |
| 98223 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,890 | $1,980 | $2,310 | $3,010 | $3,580 |
| 98241 | Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $1,620 | $1,670 | $1,950 | $2,570 | $2,990 |
| 98241 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,620 | $1,670 | $1,950 | $2,570 | $2,990 |
| 98251 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,810 | $1,890 | $2,210 | $2,880 | $3,430 |
| 98252 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,620 | $1,670 | $1,950 | $2,570 | $2,990 |
| 98256 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,620 | $1,670 | $1,950 | $2,570 | $2,990 |
| 98258 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,240 | $2,330 | $2,730 | $3,560 | $4,230 |
| 98270 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,730 | $1,800 | $2,110 | $2,750 | $3,270 |
| 98271 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,010 | $2,090 | $2,450 | $3,190 | $3,800 |
| 98272 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,970 | $2,050 | $2,400 | $3,130 | $3,720 |
| 98275 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,130 | $2,220 | $2,600 | $3,390 | $4,030 |
| 98290 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,710 | $1,780 | $2,080 | $2,710 | $3,230 |
| 98292 | Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA | $1,840 | $1,910 | $2,240 | $2,920 | $3,470 |
| 98292 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,840 | $1,910 | $2,240 | $2,920 | $3,470 |
| 98294 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $1,670 | $1,740 | $2,030 | $2,650 | $3,150 |
| 98296 | Seattle-Bellevue, WA | $2,490 | $2,590 | $3,030 | $3,950 | $4,700 |
- 98012 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,780$3,620
- 98020 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,410$3,140
- 98021 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $3,170$4,130
- 98026 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,370$3,090
- 98036 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,170$2,830
- 98037 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,330$3,040
- 98043 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,420$3,160
- 98087 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,600$3,390
- 98201 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,040$2,660
- 98203 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,260$2,950
- 98204 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,240$2,920
- 98207 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,040$2,660
- 98208 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,390$3,120
- 98223 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,310$3,010
- 98241 · Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $1,950$2,570
- 98241 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $1,950$2,570
- 98251 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,210$2,880
- 98252 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $1,950$2,570
- 98256 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $1,950$2,570
- 98258 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,730$3,560
- 98270 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,110$2,750
- 98271 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,450$3,190
- 98272 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,400$3,130
- 98275 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,600$3,390
- 98290 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,080$2,710
- 98292 · Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $2,240$2,920
- 98292 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,240$2,920
- 98294 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $2,030$2,650
- 98296 · Seattle-Bellevue, WA $3,030$3,950
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Snohomish County, 54% of renter households are in that position; in Washington, 50%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
54%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
100,610 households rent in Snohomish County
- Spend half or more of their income 25%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 29%
- Spend less than 30% 46%
Compared with the state and the country
- Snohomish 54%
- Washington 50%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Snohomish County
HUD lists 127 properties with homes for low-income households in Snohomish County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 101
- HUD-assisted
- 31
14,923 homes in all; 14,015 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Urban Center Apartments (ash Way) Tax credit (LIHTC) 15907 Ash Way, Lynnwood 98087 395 homes, 393 low-income · 1 bd: 240 · 2 bd: 135 · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2014
- Citycenter Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 3720 196th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 347 homes, 345 low-income · Studio: 64 · 1 bd: 268 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2018
- Villas at Arlington Tax credit (LIHTC) 18506 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington 98223 312 homes, 310 low-income · 1 bd: 120 · 2 bd: 144 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Bakerview Grandview Affordable Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 2605 15th St, Everett 98201 299 low-income homes · Studio: 123 · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 78 · 3 bd: 60 · 4 bd: 24 · In service since 2015
- Reserve at Lynnwood Tax credit (LIHTC) 19815 Scriber Lake Rd, Lynnwood 98036 295 homes, 293 low-income · Studio: 22 · 1 bd: 258 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2020
- Axis Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 12112 Highway 99, Everett 98204 280 homes, 276 low-income · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 112 · 3 bd: 32 · 4 bd: 76 · In service since 2016 · For people with disabilities, families
- Scriber Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 20921 44th Ave W, Lynnwood 98036 276 homes, 272 low-income · 1 bd: 66 · 2 bd: 83 · 3 bd: 60 · 4 bd: 67 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities, families
- Heatherwood Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 13510 N Creek Dr, Mill Creek 98012 266 homes, 263 low-income · 1 bd: 83 · 2 bd: 84 · 3 bd: 51 · 4 bd: 45 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities, families
- Heatherwood (mill Creek) Tax credit (LIHTC) 13510 N Creek Dr, Mill Creek 98012 263 low-income homes · 1 bd: 83 · 2 bd: 84 · 3 bd: 51 · 4 bd: 45 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities, families
- Vintage at Everett Tax credit (LIHTC) 1001 E Marine View Dr, Everett 98201 259 homes, 256 low-income · 1 bd: 121 · 2 bd: 138 · In service since 2007 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Cedar Pointe Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 3905 172nd St NE, Arlington 98223 255 homes, 254 low-income · In service since 2020
- Puget Park Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 13000 Meridian Ave S, Everett 98208 256 homes, 253 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 88 · 4 bd: 48 · In service since 2018 · For people with disabilities, families
- Trailside Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 1300 100th Pl SE, Everett 98208 250 homes, 248 low-income · 1 bd: 76 · 2 bd: 150 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Trailside Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 1300 100th Pl SE, Everett 98208 250 homes, 248 low-income · 1 bd: 76 · 2 bd: 150 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2017
- Greens of Merrill Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 1707 Merrill Creek Pkwy, Everett 98203 244 homes, 242 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 186 · 3 bd: 42 · In service since 2003
- Trailside Village HUD-assisted 1302 100th Pl SE, Everett 98208 250 homes, 240 low-income · For families · (425) 355-0630
- Villas at Lakewood Tax credit (LIHTC) 16800 27th Ave NE, Marysville 98271 240 homes, 238 low-income · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 143 · 3 bd: 61 · In service since 2014
- Woodland Greens Tax credit (LIHTC) 19801 50th Ave W, Lynnwood 98036 240 homes, 237 low-income · 1 bd: 120 · 2 bd: 120 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities
- The District Tax credit (LIHTC) 17716 Bothell Everett Hwy, Bothell 98012 228 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 84 · 3 bd: 72 · 4 bd: 52 · In service since 2014 · For people with disabilities, families
- District, the Tax credit (LIHTC) 17716 Bothell Everett Hwy, Bothell 98012 228 homes, 225 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 84 · 3 bd: 72 · 4 bd: 52 · In service since 2014 · For people with disabilities, families
- Whispering Pines Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 18201 52nd Ave W, Lynnwood 98037 240 homes, 223 low-income · 1 bd: 76 · 2 bd: 158 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1996
- Vintage at Mill Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 4111 133rd St SE, Mill Creek 98012 220 homes, 219 low-income · 1 bd: 160 · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2018 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- YWCA Snohomish Portfolio Tax credit (LIHTC) 19703 68th Ave W, Lynnwood 98036 219 homes, 217 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 121 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 54 · In service since 2018 · For families
- Bluffs at Evergreen Tax credit (LIHTC) 2 W Casino Rd, Everett 98204 217 homes, 214 low-income · 1 bd: 65 · 2 bd: 151 · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 2006 · For people with disabilities
- Eagle's Landing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12601 8th Ave W, Everett 98204 211 low-income homes · Studio: 30 · 1 bd: 132 · 2 bd: 49 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities
- Eagle's Landing Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 12601 8th Ave W, Everett 98204 211 homes, 209 low-income · Studio: 30 · 1 bd: 132 · 2 bd: 49 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities
- Quilceda Creek Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 12115 State Ave, Marysville 98271 204 homes, 203 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 111 · 3 bd: 72 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Manor Way Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2407 Manor Way, Everett 98204 205 homes, 202 low-income · In service since 2020
- Eha Senior Housing Portfolio Tax credit (LIHTC) 1123 Rainier Ave, Everett 98201 204 homes, 200 low-income · 1 bd: 60 · 2 bd: 144 · In service since 2016 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Vantage Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 12909 Mukilteo Speedway, Lynnwood 98087 201 homes, 199 low-income · 1 bd: 7 · 2 bd: 60 · 3 bd: 63 · 4 bd: 71 · In service since 2014 · For people with disabilities, families
- Family Tree + Lincoln Way Tax credit (LIHTC) 10110 19th Ave SE, Everett 98208 200 homes, 199 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 121 · 3 bd: 47 · In service since 2014 · For people with disabilities, families
- Parkside Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 900 W Casino Rd, Everett 98204 202 homes, 198 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 111 · 3 bd: 59 · 4 bd: 11 · In service since 2018 · For families · (425) 353-0300
- Vintage at Lakewood Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2203 172nd St NE, Marysville 98271 197 homes, 196 low-income · 1 bd: 153 · 2 bd: 44 · In service since 2016 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Mill Pointe Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 3111 132nd St SE, Everett 98208 193 homes, 191 low-income · 1 bd: 61 · 2 bd: 69 · 3 bd: 63 · In service since 2001 · For people with disabilities, families
- Broadway Plaza Tax credit (LIHTC) 3020 Broadway, Everett 98201 190 low-income homes · 1 bd: 183 · 2 bd: 7 · In service since 2012
- Willow Tree Grove Tax credit (LIHTC) 2129 Maltby Rd, Bothell 98021 181 homes, 179 low-income · 2 bd: 72 · 3 bd: 46 · 4 bd: 63 · In service since 2012 · For people with disabilities, families
- Reserve at Everett, the Tax credit (LIHTC) 8920 Evergreen Way, Everett 98208 180 homes, 178 low-income · Studio: 14 · 1 bd: 145 · 2 bd: 21 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Madison Way Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 14615 Madison Way, Lynnwood 98087 180 homes, 177 low-income · 1 bd: 56 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 32 · 4 bd: 60 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities, families
- Gateway Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 13105 21st Dr SE, Everett 98208 177 homes, 174 low-income · 2 bd: 56 · 3 bd: 56 · 4 bd: 65 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities, families
- River's Edge at the Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 500 E Fremont St, Monroe 98272 166 low-income homes · 1 bd: 71 · 2 bd: 77 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Everett Affordable Housing Portfolio LLLP Tax credit (LIHTC) 3107 Colby Ave, Everett 98201 159 low-income homes · 1 bd: 35 · 2 bd: 103 · 3 bd: 19 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2015
- Family Tree Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 10110 19th Ave SE, Everett 98208 150 low-income homes · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 99 · 3 bd: 29 · In service since 2014
- Vintage at Holly Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 9615 Holly Dr, Everett 98204 149 homes, 148 low-income · 1 bd: 69 · 2 bd: 80 · In service since 2017 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Winterhill Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6110 64th St NE, Marysville 98270 149 homes, 147 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 82 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Timbers, the Tax credit (LIHTC) 8510 212th St NE, Arlington 98223 134 low-income homes · 2 bd: 65 · 3 bd: 69 · In service since 2017 · For families
- Windstone Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1011 128th St SW, Everett 98204 133 homes, 132 low-income · 1 bd: 69 · 2 bd: 64 · In service since 2005 · For families · (425) 348-9609
- Westend Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1350 Cedar Ave, Marysville 98270 133 homes, 131 low-income · 1 bd: 21 · 2 bd: 112 · In service since 2017
- Cedars on 67th Tax credit (LIHTC) 8700 67th Ave NE, Marysville 98270 131 homes, 129 low-income · 2 bd: 81 · 3 bd: 49 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Alderwood Court Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 18420 36th Ave W, Lynnwood 98037 130 homes, 128 low-income · 1 bd: 65 · 2 bd: 65 · In service since 2003 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Garden Senior Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 6425 196th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 122 homes, 121 low-income · 1 bd: 109 · 2 bd: 13 · In service since 1997 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Jackson House at Pacific Crest Tax credit (LIHTC) 1818 Pacific Ave, Everett 98201 120 low-income homes · 1 bd: 108 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2014 · For older adults
- Oxford Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 4807 200th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 120 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 33 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 2014 · For people with disabilities, families
- Beaver Creek Apartment Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4807 200th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 119 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 66 · 3 bd: 21 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Beaver Cove Apartment Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 19800 50th Ave W, Lynnwood 98036 118 homes, 116 low-income · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 90 · In service since 2016 · For people with disabilities
- Vintage at Arlington Tax credit (LIHTC) 625 S Stillaguamish Ave, Arlington 98223 100 low-income homes · 1 bd: 76 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2016 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Avaire Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 824 W Casino Rd, Everett 98204 96 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 66 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2018 · For families
- Bristol Square II Tax credit (LIHTC) 15700 44th Ave W, Lynnwood 98087 96 homes, 94 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 74 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Ballinger Court Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 22707 76th Ave W, Edmonds 98026 94 homes, 92 low-income · 1 bd: 59 · 2 bd: 35 · In service since 2006 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Olympic View + Sound View Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 303 Howell Way, Edmonds 98020 88 homes, 86 low-income · 1 bd: 86 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2008
- Wiggums Park Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 2701 12th St, Everett 98201 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 46 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2018
- Monte Cristo Hotel Tax credit (LIHTC) 2929 Hoyt Ave, Everett 98201 69 homes, 68 low-income · Studio: 42 · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 1994 · For people with disabilities
- Wellington Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 4329 84th St NE, Marysville 98270 67 homes, 66 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 4 · In service since 2013
- Tulalip Homes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1729 83rd St NW, Tulalip 98271 66 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 28 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families
- Clare's Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 6200 12th Dr, Everett 98203 65 low-income homes · Studio: 55 · 1 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Station Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 3319 Broadway, Everett 98201 65 low-income homes · Studio: 28 · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Colby Crest Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 2515 Colby Ave, Everett 98201 64 homes, 63 low-income · Studio: 16 · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 1993
- Lynnwood City Center Senior Living Tax credit (LIHTC) 19501 40th Ave W, Lynnwood 98036 308 homes, 62 low-income · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities
- Douglas, the Tax credit (LIHTC) 5031 208th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 62 homes, 61 low-income · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 31 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2015
- Possession Sound Properties Tax credit (LIHTC) Multiple, Everett 98201 58 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 35 · In service since 2019 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Woodlake Manor Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1018 13th St, Snohomish 98290 58 low-income homes · 1 bd: 46 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2017 · For older adults, people with disabilities, families
- Douglas, the HUD-assisted 6039 208th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 62 homes, 56 low-income · For families · (425) 775-4322
- Beverly Village HUD-assisted 801 75th St SE, Everett 98203 61 homes, 56 low-income · For families · (425) 640-8661
- Lake Woods Senior Apts Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 12404 19th Pl W, Everett 98204 51 low-income homes · 1 bd: 36 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 1996 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Meadows Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1115 Rainier Ave, Everett 98201 51 low-income homes · 1 bd: 35 · 2 bd: 16 · In service since 2000 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Meadows Senior II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1123 Rainier Ave, Everett 98201 51 low-income homes · 1 bd: 37 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 1999 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Lincoln Way Apts I Tax credit (LIHTC) 2721 Lincoln Way, Lynnwood 98087 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 22 · 3 bd: 18 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Lincoln Way Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2721 Lincoln Way, Lynnwood 98087 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 19 · 3 bd: 19 · In service since 2001 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Meadows Senior Apts Phase III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1131 Rainier Ave, Everett 98201 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 35 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2000 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Twin Lakes Landing Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 2820 164th St NE, Marysville 98271 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 34 · In service since 2018 · For families, people experiencing homelessness · (425) 347-6556
- Lincoln Way Apartments - Phase 2 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2721 Lincoln Way, Lynnwood 98087 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 19 · 3 bd: 19 · In service since 2001 · For people with disabilities, families
- Commerce Building Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1803 Hewitt Ave, Everett 98201 48 low-income homes · Studio: 48 · In service since 1995 · For people with disabilities, families · (425) 303-1328
- Monroe Family Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 17428 W Main St, Monroe 98272 47 low-income homes · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2015
- Meadow Park Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 7527 51st Ave NE, Marysville 98270 45 homes, 44 low-income · 1 bd: 41 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2009
- Lincoln School Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 7336 276th St NW, Stanwood 98292 44 homes, 43 low-income · For older adults · (360) 629-7403
- Stillaguamish Apartments HUD-assisted 18326 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington 98223 41 homes, 40 low-income · For older adults · (360) 657-4122
- Cedarwood II HUD-assisted 9929 5th Pl SE, Lake Stevens 98258 40 low-income homes · For families · (425) 335-5406
- Plaza 44 HUD-assisted 4509 194th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (425) 771-7572
- Artspace Everett Lofts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2917 Hoyt Ave, Everett 98201 40 homes, 39 low-income · 1 bd: 25 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2010
- Cedarwood II Tax credit (LIHTC) 420 101st Ave SE, Lake Stevens 98258 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities
- Shepherds Garden HUD-assisted 6927 196th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 40 homes, 39 low-income · For older adults · (425) 744-1610
- Stillaguamish Pointe Apts HUD-assisted 18300 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington 98223 40 homes, 39 low-income · For older adults · (360) 657-4122
- Lynn Woods Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 4705 194th St SW, Lynnwood 98036 38 homes, 37 low-income · For older adults · (425) 290-5165
- Silver Woods Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 10915 16th Ave SE, Everett 98208 38 homes, 37 low-income · For older adults · (425) 338-3954
- Brentwood Terrace Apartments HUD-assisted 21817 66th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace 98043 34 homes, 33 low-income · For families · (425) 771-5064
- Pilchuck II Apartments HUD-assisted 1724 Grove St, Marysville 98270 31 homes, 30 low-income · For older adults · (360) 659-5135
- Stillaguamish Gardens HUD-assisted 18326 Smokey Point Blvd, Arlington 98223 31 homes, 30 low-income · For older adults · (360) 657-4122
- Lake Village East Tax credit (LIHTC) 420 97th Dr NE, Lake Stevens 98258 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 2017 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Woodlake Apartments HUD-assisted 1120 13th St, Snohomish 98290 30 low-income homes · For older adults · (360) 568-7170
- Bayview Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) 7822 272nd St NW, Stanwood 98292 30 homes, 29 low-income · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2009
- Beachwood Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1027 Beach Ave, Marysville 98270 25 low-income homes · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 1999 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness · (425) 947-2861
- New Century Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 2507 Howard Ave, Everett 98203 25 low-income homes · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Pepperwood Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 19924 Scriber Lake Rd, Lynnwood 98036 25 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2004 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Tulalip Homes I Tax credit (LIHTC) 8205 16th Ave NW, Tulalip 98271 25 low-income homes · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Tulalip Homes I Tax credit (LIHTC) 8205 16th Ave NW, Tulalip 98271 25 low-income homes · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Tulalip Homes II Tax credit (LIHTC) 7412 Larry Price Loop Rd, Tulalip 98271 25 low-income homes · 2 bd: 12 · 3 bd: 4 · 4 bd: 9 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Mountlake Senior Living Tax credit (LIHTC) 5525 244th St SW, Mountlake Terrace 98043 96 homes, 20 low-income · 1 bd: 51 · 2 bd: 45 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities
- Hardeson Commons HUD-assisted 8520 5th Ave W, Everett 98204 20 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (425) 349-7951
- Oakes Avenue Commons Cooperative Tax credit (LIHTC) 3125 Oakes Ave, Everett 98201 20 low-income homes · 2 bd: 10 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2000 · For people with disabilities, families
- Pivotal Point Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 1120 Rainier Ave, Everett 98201 20 low-income homes · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 13 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 2014 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Whitehorse Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 555 Elwell Ave, Darrington 98241 20 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2009
- Montclair Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 605 S Kentucky Ave, Granite Falls 98252 20 homes, 19 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2009
- Housing Hope Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 5811 Fleming St, Everett 98203 19 low-income homes · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1997 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Morning Calm Apartments HUD-assisted 4208 156th St SW, Lynnwood 98087 19 homes, 18 low-income · For older adults · (425) 245-8395
- Alder Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 4308 76th St NE, Marysville 98270 18 homes, 17 low-income · Studio: 18 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Marysville Quilceda Meadows HUD-assisted 4520 84th St NE, Marysville 98270 17 homes, 16 low-income · For people with disabilities · (360) 653-0370
- Parkview Apartments HUD-assisted 610 200th Pl SW, Lynnwood 98036 22 homes, 15 low-income · For families · (206) 542-6644
- Harmony House North HUD-assisted 1299 Cedar Ave, Marysville 98270 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (425) 349-7951
- Avondale Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 12709 Avondale Way, Everett 98204 14 low-income homes · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2006
- Housing Hope Village Expansion Tax credit (LIHTC) 5902 Evergreen Way, Everett 98203 12 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2004 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Counterpoint Commons HUD-assisted 3404 148th St SW, Lynnwood 98087 11 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (425) 349-8397
- Lervick Family Village HUD-assisted 8315 272nd St NW, Stanwood 98292 14 homes, 9 low-income · For families · (360) 653-4129
- Willows at Melvin Place, the HUD-assisted 2506 Melvin Ave, Everett 98203 8 homes, 7 low-income · For people with disabilities · (425) 303-1145
- Mt. Baker View HUD-assisted 3210 18th St, Everett 98201 21 homes, 6 low-income · For families · (425) 303-1238
- 2606 168th PL Ne Tax credit (LIHTC) 2606 168th Pl NE, Marysville 98271 239 homes
- 3017 Lombard Tax credit (LIHTC) 3017 Lombard Ave, Everett 98201 89 homes
- Lake Woods I HUD-assisted 12310 19th Pl W, Everett 98204 60 homes · For older adults · (425) 775-9349
- Harmony House East HUD-assisted 514 Powell St, Monroe 98272 12 homes · For people with disabilities · (425) 349-7951
5 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Snohomish County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 2 agencies serve in Snohomish County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $34,550 | $57,550 | $81,700 |
| 2 people | $39,450 | $65,800 | $93,350 |
| 3 people | $44,400 | $74,000 | $105,000 |
| 4 people | $49,300 | $82,200 | $116,650 |
| 5 people | $53,250 | $88,800 | $126,000 |
| 6 people | $57,200 | $95,400 | $135,350 |
| 7 people | $61,150 | $101,950 | $144,650 |
| 8 people | $65,100 | $108,550 | $154,000 |
Area median income: $164,400. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Seattle-Bellevue, WA HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,882 – $2,300
- 1 bedroom $1,962 – $2,398
- 2 bedrooms $2,294 – $2,804
- 3 bedrooms $2,992 – $3,656
- 4 bedrooms $3,559 – $4,349
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Housing Authority of Snohomish County Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 4,252 vouchers (425) 290-8499 Housing Authority of Snohomish County: lolson@hasco.org
- Housing Authority of the City of Everett Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 3,703 vouchers (425) 258-9222 Housing Authority of the City of Everett: info@evha.org
Housing agencies in Washington Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Washington
What Washington law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- RCW 59.18.280(1)(a)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 14 days
- RCW 59.12.030(3)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 20 days
- RCW 59.18.200(1)(a)
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 30 or 90 days, depending on the case
- RCW 59.18.140(3)(a)-(b)
- Only a court order can remove youRCW 59.18.290(1)
- Protection from retaliationRCW 59.18.240
- Repair and deduct from the rentRCW 59.18.100(2)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Snohomish County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Snohomish County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Parkview Services
4720 200th St SW Ste 200, Lynnwood · Spanish
Also serves in Cantonese, Mandarin Chinese, and other languages.
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Workshops for new owners
- and 2 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Snohomish County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Washington, the average home bill was $114 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
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Cash to move in
$5,098
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $2,549
- Security deposit
- $2,549
- Total
- $5,098
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Snohomish County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $2,091; 1 bedroom: $2,180; 2 bedrooms: $2,549; 3 bedrooms: $3,324; 4 bedrooms: $3,954. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Snohomish County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,549) without spending more than 30% of income takes $49.02 an hour full time, or $101,960 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Snohomish County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $82,200 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Snohomish County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $2,294 and $2,804 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Snohomish County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,950 in 98241 to $3,170 in 98021. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Snohomish County?
HUD lists 127 properties with homes for low-income households in Snohomish County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC) and HUD-assisted buildings. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Snohomish County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Snohomish County, 54% of renter households are in that position; in Washington, 50%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).