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Spokane Renters Win Affordability Boost | Spokane News
Spokane renters are finally seeing a rare win: wages are outpacing rent costs for the first time since 2005, thanks to a slowdown in rent growth and a jump in median household income. While affordability still struggles—especially for lower earners hit by import-driven cost hikes—new apartment construction is easing pressure. The local economy’s slow growth and reduced migration are helping keep rents steady, with experts predicting no major shifts unless a recession hits. Upcoming Fed decisions on interest rates could still sway future investment and housing trends. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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