Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Auburn Neighborhood of Auburn, WA from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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Homestead South
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Homestead South

1501 31st St SEAuburn, WA 98002
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Southeast Auburn, Auburn, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southeast Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Auburn area of Auburn, WA is a Studio unit found at Windsor Park Apartments priced from $1,375. Mill Pond Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Southeast Auburn apartments for rent in Auburn, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor Park ApartmentsThe CarlisleStudio,1BA$1,375
Mill Pond ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Sherwood Gardens1 Bed, 1.00 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Auburn, WA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Auburn area is the $1.73 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at Willow Park Apartments in the in the East Auburn neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Southeast Auburn apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at SUNDANCER starting at $1,650 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Lakeland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Willow Park Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.73
SUNDANCER2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.94
Clearwater Ridge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.22
1415 24th St SE, Unit 24th street apartment1415 24th St SE1BR,1BA$1.54
Sherwood Gardens1 Bed, 1.00 Bath1BR,1BA$2.82
Mill Pond ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.71
Estates at Hillside Gardens Affordable Sen...1 Bed 1 Bath A41BR,1BA$3.25
Windsor Park ApartmentsThe CarlisleStudio ,1BA$3.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southeast Auburn, Auburn, WA

Ranked #13

Among neighborhoods in Auburn, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Southeast Auburn, Auburn, and the greater Auburn area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Southeast Auburn Neighborhood in Auburn, WA

Walk Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Auburn Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Auburn?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Auburn is under $1,750.

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

The cheapest apartment in Southeast Auburn is Sherwood Gardens which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Southeast Auburn costs $2,687.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 10 regular apartments in Southeast Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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