
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Auburn area of Auburn.


SUNDANCER APARTMENTS

Aspen Meadows Apartment Homes

Mill Pond Apartments
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Windsor Park Apartments

Sherwood Gardens

The Gardens Apartments
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201 2nd Pl SE
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South Auburn, Auburn, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Auburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| South Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,408 | $1,275 | $1,525 | 
| South Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $1,350 | $1,730 | 
| South Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,495 | $2,350 | 
| South Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $1,825 | $2,695 | 
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Auburn area of Auburn, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at SUNDANCER APARTMENTS priced from $1,350. Aspen Meadows Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. Here are the most affordable South Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| SUNDANCER APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 | 
| Aspen Meadows Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 | 
| Windsor Park Apartments | The Carlisle | Studio,1BA | $1,375 | 
| Sherwood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1.00 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 | 
| RAINIER VISTA SENIOR APARTMENTS | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Auburn, WA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Auburn area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Refreshed 2 bed 1 bath in the City of Paci in the in the Lakeland neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value South Auburn apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at EJ Square II starting at $2,350 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the East Auburn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Refreshed 2 bed 1 bath in the City of Paci | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 | 
| EJ Square II | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 | 
| Megan's Court Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 | 
| Aspen Meadows Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.01 | 
| Belara at Lakeland | Primo Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 | 
| Mill Pond Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 | 
| Cobble Court | QUARTZ | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 | 
| The Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 | 
| SUNDANCER APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 | 
| Sherwood Gardens | 1 Bed, 1.00 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 | 
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the South Auburn Neighborhood in Auburn, WA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Auburn Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in South Auburn is SUNDANCER APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in South Auburn costs $2,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 4 regular apartments in South 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 South Auburn?
Cheap apartments in South Auburn have an average cost of $133 which is $2,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Auburn.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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