Apartment Construction Slows. Rental Market Could Tighten

July 11, 2025

Seattle’s apartment pipeline has slowed significantly. Redfin data shows a sharp decline in multifamily construction, dropping from approximately 30,000 units underway in 2023 to under 15,000 in 2025.

Why it matters:

  • Fewer new units means more competition for available rentals.

  • With mortgage rates still keeping many would-be buyers on the sidelines, demand for rental housing is likely to remain high.

This slowdown could contribute to rising rents and underscores the importance of expanding housing options throughout the region.


 

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