
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Burien Neighborhood of Burien, WA from $800 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Burien area of Burien.


New Horizons Apartments

13610 Ambaum Blvd SW

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Ramona Apartments

The Frances

15510 6th Ave SW

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13610 Ambaum Blvd SW, Unit 3, Unit 3

14410 11th Ave
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Downtown Burien, Burien, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Burien?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Burien Studio Apartments | $1,442 | $1,200 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Burien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,305 | $2,950 |
| Downtown Burien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $1,599 | $4,130 |
| Downtown Burien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $2,275 | $2,905 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Burien Neighborhood of Burien, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Burien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Burien area of Burien, WA is a Studio unit found at Landmarc - Studios priced from $1,200. New Horizons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,305. Here are the most affordable Downtown Burien apartments for rent in Burien, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmarc - Studios | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| New Horizons Apartments | 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Century Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Burien, WA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Burien area is the $2.33 price per square foot Furnished Model at Cochise Apartments in the in the Burien South neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Burien apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Rise Apartments starting at $2,000 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Burien South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Burien apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cochise Apartments | Furnished | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Rise Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Century Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Vintage at Burien | Plan C | Age 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Alcove at Seahurst Apartments | Hattan | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| New Horizons Apartments | 1BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Solana Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| English Gardens Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Cierra Commons | Small One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 13610 Ambaum Blvd SW, Unit 3 | 13610 Ambaum Blvd SW | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Burien Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Burien?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Burien is under $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Burien?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Burien is New Horizons Apartments which is listed at $1,305, while the average apartment in Downtown Burien costs $2,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Burien?
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 21 regular apartments in Downtown Burien that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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