Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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109 S Division StAuburn, WA 98001
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Villas at Auburn
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Auburn

1101-1257 A St NEAuburn, WA 98002

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630-638 M St NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

630-638 M St NE

630-638 M St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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Downtown Auburn, Auburn, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Auburn area of Auburn, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments priced from $1,099. Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active Seniors has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Downtown Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auburn Court Senior Affordable ApartmentsA51BR,1BA$1,099
Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active SeniorsLakeland A11BR,1BA$1,099
Villa Sienna Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,165
Auburn Landing Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495
Parkview ApartmentsParkview - 1bed1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Auburn, WA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Auburn area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Legacy Plaza Senior Living in the in the Jovita neighborhood starting from $1,880. The second greatest value Downtown Auburn apartment is the Wisteria Model at Arbor Place Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Jovita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Legacy Plaza Senior Living2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.97
Arbor Place ApartmentsWisteria2BR,1BA$1.78
Riverfront Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
ReNew Lea HillAsh1BR,1BA$2.43
Auburn Landing Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Parkview ApartmentsParkview - 1bed1BR,1BA$2.30
Villas at AuburnA21BR,1BA$2.59
Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active SeniorsLakeland A2A1BR,1BA$3.04
TrekThe River1BR,1BA$3.13
Villa Sienna Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.64

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Downtown Auburn, Auburn, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Washington including Downtown Auburn, Auburn, and the greater Auburn area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Auburn Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Auburn?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Auburn is Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Downtown Auburn costs $2,645.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Auburn?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Downtown Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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