Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,100 (49 Rentals)

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2201 I St NE
Studio Apartments

2201 I St NE

2201 I St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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1402 22nd St NE
Studio Apartments

1402 22nd St NE

1402 22nd St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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425 H St NE
1 Bedroom Apartments

425 H St NE

425 H St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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12 5th St NW
Studio Apartments

12 5th St NW

12 5th St NWAuburn, WA 98001
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The Ames
Studio Apartments

The Ames

7 Auburn Way SAuburn, WA 98002
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506 1st St SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

506 1st St SW

506 1st St SWAuburn, WA 98001
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The 122 Building
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The 122 Building

122 W Main StAuburn, WA 98001

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802 22st St NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

802 22st St NE

802 22st St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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1114 NE 22nd St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1114 NE 22nd St

1114 NE 22nd StAuburn, WA 98002
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Pinehurst Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinehurst Manor

733 10th St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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1002 10th St NE
Studio Apartments

1002 10th St NE

1002 10th St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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308 Park Ave
Studio Apartments

308 Park Ave

308 Park AveAuburn, WA 98002

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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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The Verge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Verge

109 S Division StAuburn, WA 98001
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Merrill Gardens at Auburn
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merrill Gardens at Auburn

100 S Division StAuburn, WA 98001
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717 A St NE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

717 A St NE

717 A St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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Illahee Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Illahee Apartments

105 N St SEAuburn, WA 98002
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710 Henry Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

710 Henry Rd

710 Henry RdAuburn, WA 98002
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207 D St SE
1 Bedroom Apartments

207 D St SE

207 D St SEAuburn, WA 98002
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Gustaves Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Gustaves Manor

107 W Main StAuburn, WA 98001
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102 D St SW
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

102 D St SW

102 D St SWAuburn, WA 98001
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511 M St NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

511 M St NE

511 M St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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Lobdell Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lobdell Apartments

812 10th 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

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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705-708 F Pl NE
2 Bedroom Apartments

705-708 F Pl NE

705-708 F Pl NEAuburn, WA 98002
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Wayland Arms
Studio Apartments

Wayland Arms

307 S Division StAuburn, WA 98001
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Claree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Claree Apartments

734 10th St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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1206 Harvey Rd
Studio Apartments

1206 Harvey Rd

1206 Harvey RdAuburn, WA 98002

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 2 Beds unit found at Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active Seniors priced from $1,199. Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Downtown Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active SeniorsRiverpoint B12BR,1BA$1,199
Auburn Court Senior Affordable ApartmentsA51BR,1BA$1,299
Parkview ApartmentsParkview - 1bed1BR,1BA$1,450
Divine Court0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495
Auburn Landings Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
Villas at AuburnA31BR,1BA$1,499
Villa Sienna Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,525
Arbor Place ApartmentsWisteria2BR,1BA$1,599
ReNew Lea HillAsh1BR,1BA$1,608
The VergeOpen One A7 Type A1BR,1BA$1,626

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Auburn, WA

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Auburn area is the $1.78 price per square foot Wisteria Model at Arbor Place Apartments in the in the Jovita neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Downtown Auburn apartment is the Shaunghnessy B4 Model at Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active Seniors starting at $1,999 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Auburn 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.
Arbor Place ApartmentsWisteria2BR,1BA$1.78
Reserve at Auburn for 55+ Active SeniorsShaunghnessy B42BR,1BA$2.61
Parkview ApartmentsParkview - 2bed2BR,1BA$2.48
ReNew Lea HillAsh1BR,1BA$2.28
Villa Sienna Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.18
Madison at River's Edge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.44
Legacy Plaza Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
Auburn Landings Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.57
Villas at AuburnA31BR,1BA$2.47
Auburn Court Senior Affordable ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.01

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Auburn, Auburn, WA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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 a cheap apartment in Downtown Auburn?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Auburn is under $1,626.

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 $1,299, while the average apartment in Downtown Auburn costs $2,722.

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 27 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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