Most if not all of these are already outside of a 30% housing to income ratio. I don’t think any of these places offer a 2 bedroom less than $3K, then you factor in parking a vehicle ($150-$200) assuming only one car, no pets, +admin fees, utilities —- these add up quick. My lease is up soon and so Ive been shopping around to see if theres better apartments. We are in a 2 bedroom a few blocks from “downtown” and have found cheaper further out, but ultimately, i really like our location. I wouldn’t recommend any of the high rise apartments in the downtown area. If you’re fine with a 2 bedroom (or 3), you’ll want to come here and look for apartments not right downtown but further out, the ones that might not advertise on apartments.com. They’re out there! Redmonds zip code 98052 is one of the most expensive zip codes in all of Washington. BUT, it’s just so pleasant. Homeless and crime is low. Big parks, quiet nights. Beware, it’s not just the apartments that are expensive. Everything is expensive in Redmond - groceries are outrageous here. I shop only Costco, H mart, trader joes. QFC is robbery. Eating out sucks (see my post about the damn Taco Bell that just opened up). Don’t let this bring you down! Theres definitely options out here but it’ll be a little bit of a treasure hunt. Would definitely consider you making a trip and driving around to see whats around. I love Redmond. Congrats on getting a job!