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Bayview Meadows Apartments
1835 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $500 (10 Rentals)
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Wintergreen Place Apartments
3011 S 219th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Seaview Apartments
22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Drexel Des Moines
21639 29th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Regatta Apartments
1145 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Vashon Vue Apartments
22805 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Bentley
609 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Edgecliff Apartments
22405 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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$1,199 - $2,1211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Heights by Vintage
21212 International BlvdSeatac, WA 98198
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Abbey Ridge
3035 S 204th StSeatac, WA 98198
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North Central, Des Moines, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $1,944 | $1,525 | $2,228 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,258 | $1,199 | $2,960 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $1,299 | $3,833 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $2,149 | $4,522 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Central Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heights by Vintage priced from $1,199. Bayview Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 0x1 Medium | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, WA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Arbors of Des Moines in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 starting at $2,071 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arbors of Des Moines | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Sandpiper | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Pointe by Vintage | 1 Bed 1 Bath D | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Brookstone Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Marina Club | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Central is under $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central?
The cheapest apartment in North Central is Heights by Vintage which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in North Central costs $3,165.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central?
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 18 regular apartments in North Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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