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2468 SW 172nd St

10231 1st Ave S, Unit C

1011 SW 102nd St

19499 E Purdue Pl
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11000 1st Ave SW, Unit 206

14421 8th Ave SW, Unit 09

1421 S 134th St

14421 8th Ave SW, Unit 208

13011 12th Ave SW, Unit 13007-12th Ave. SW. N301
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Burien?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burien 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,581 | $1,795 | $3,800 |
| Burien 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,256 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| Burien 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,807 | $3,200 | $4,545 |
| Burien 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,873 | $4,500 | $7,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burien, WA
Pricing Updated: 08/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Burien, WA area range in price from $978 to $4,750 with an overall median price of $2,604. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burien Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Park | $2,422 | $1,200 | 7 |
| Seatac | $2,470 | $978 | 18 |
| Seahurst | $2,642 | $2,025 | 3 |
| Downtown Burien | $3,500 | $2,795 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Burien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burien, WA is a Studio unit found at Ambaum Place in the Shorewood neighborhood priced from $1,195. South Center Satelite Ii Apartments in the Evansville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burien apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ambaum Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| South Center Satelite Ii Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Livingstone | SEDU | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Bode Westwood | Studio 289 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Coronado Springs | Studio - Cottages | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burien, WA
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burien area is the $2.05 price per square foot C1 Model at Latitude 112 in the in the Shorewood neighborhood starting from $2,373. The second greatest value Burien apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at DubSea Apartments starting at $2,050 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Shorewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burien apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude 112 | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| DubSea Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| South Center Satelite Ii Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Manhattan Apartments - Normandy Park | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Alpha Phase Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Burien Place Apartment Homes | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Century Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Mar Vista | 1x1 Partial | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 417 SW 155th St - Landmarc II | Unit #4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Normandy Park Villa | Meadow | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Burien?
There are currently 400 Apartments for Rent in Burien, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,580. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Burien ranging from $850 to $7,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Burien?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Burien ranges from $850 to $7,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,071.
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