SPOKANE, Wash. — Renters across the Inland Northwest are receiving notice of their rents going up.
Edie Rice-Sauer, director of the local nonprofit Transitions, said finding a well-priced home to rent in Spokane County is particularly hard right now due to the low vacancy rate. Less than 1% of all rental properties in Spokane County are currently vacant, she said.
The lack of supply and increased demand for housing has driven up prices on rental properties.
The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Spokane is currently $963, according to rental-listing website Zumper. This is a 17% increase compared to the previous year. The Riverside, Moran Prairie and Emerson Garfield neighborhoods are among the most expensive for rentals, according to the company.
Some people have reported their rent going up and they’re no longer able to afford their housing.
Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners put together a list of community resources to help people with housing issues. SNAP says they want people to have the most pressing information to help.
Here are some of the resources they’re providing:
If you would like to speak with a SNAP staff member by calling 509-456-7627.
SNAP also recommends the Fig Tree and 211 as excellent resources that share community opportunities available to assist people during challenging times.
