
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plateau Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Plateau area of Auburn.


The Gardens Apartments

Windsor Park Apartments

Clearwater Ridge Apartments

Willow Park Apartments
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Sherwood Gardens

Maple Lane Estates

4021 Auburn Way S

Skylark Village Mobile Home Park

2929-2939 R St
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2934 O St SE

1518 31st St SE

Homestead South

DT093 AWS

The Park at Auburn
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1520-1530 29th St SE
Plateau, Auburn, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plateau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plateau Studio Apartments | $1,347 | $1,295 | $1,425 |
| Plateau 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,582 | $1,349 | $1,707 |
| Plateau 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,650 | $2,350 |
| Plateau 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $2,030 | $2,145 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Plateau Neighborhood of Auburn, WA.
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Cheapest Available Plateau Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plateau area of Auburn, WA is a Studio unit found at Windsor Park Apartments priced from $1,295. Sherwood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,349. Here are the most affordable Plateau apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Park Apartments | The Carlisle | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Sherwood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1.00 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath A2A | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Clearwater Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plateau, WA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plateau area is the $1.68 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at Willow Park Apartments in the in the East Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Plateau apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Clearwater Ridge Apartments starting at $1,520 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the East Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plateau apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Park Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Clearwater Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Sherwood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1.00 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Senior Community | 1 Bed 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Windsor Park Apartments | The Carlisle | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plateau Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Plateau?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plateau is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plateau?
The cheapest apartment in Plateau is Sherwood Gardens which is listed at $1,349, while the average apartment in Plateau costs $2,087.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plateau?
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 7 regular apartments in Plateau 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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