Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,100 (29 Rentals)

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Homestead South
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Homestead South

1501 31st St SEAuburn, WA 98002
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DT093 AWS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

DT093 AWS

5725 Auburn Way SAuburn, WA 98092
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Gentry Walk
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gentry Walk

12725 SE 312th StAuburn, WA 98092
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O St Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

O St Apartments

2952 O St SEAuburn, 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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East Auburn, Auburn, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Auburn area of Auburn, WA is a Studio unit found at Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior Community priced from $1,199. The Seasons at Lea Hill Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,354. Here are the most affordable East Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior CommunityStudio 1 Bath S1Studio,1BA$1,199
The Seasons at Lea Hill Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,354
Windsor Park ApartmentsThe CarlisleStudio,1BA$1,375
The Gardens Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,499
Sherwood Gardens1 Bed, 1.00 Bath1BR,1BA$1,545
Clearwater Ridge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,560
Riverfront Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,560
Madison at River's Edge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,650
ReNew Lea HillAsh1BR,1BA$1,769

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Auburn, WA

As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Auburn area is the $1.82 price per square foot Savory Model at Promenade in the in the Lea Hill neighborhood starting from $2,420. The second greatest value East Auburn apartment is the Upper Rambler Model at Noble Court Estates starting at $1,995 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the East Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
PromenadeSavory4BR,2BA$1.82
Noble Court EstatesUpper Rambler2BR,2BA$1.66
2962 O St SE, Unit 2962 O St SE Unit A2962 O St SE2BR,1BA$1.94
O St Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.01
Riverfront Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior Community2 Bed 1 Bath B32BR,1BA$2.52
Sherwood Gardens1 Bed, 1.00 Bath1BR,1BA$2.31
Madison at River's Edge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.44
Clearwater Ridge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.31
The Gardens Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.41

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East Auburn, Auburn, WA

Ranked #19

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including East 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 our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Auburn Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Auburn?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Auburn is under $1,769.

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

The cheapest apartment in East Auburn is Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior Community which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in East Auburn costs $2,420.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 35 regular apartments in East Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Auburn?

Cheap apartments in East Auburn have an average cost of $992 which is $1,428 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Auburn.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.