
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zenith Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $500 (18 Rentals)
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Zenith, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Zenith?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith Studio Apartments | $1,370 | $1,260 | $1,590 |
| Zenith 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $999 | $2,136 |
| Zenith 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,153 | $1,599 | $3,191 |
| Zenith 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,681 | $2,149 | $3,259 |
| Zenith 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $2,384 | $2,384 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Zenith Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA.
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Cheapest Available Zenith Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Zenith area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heights by Vintage priced from $999. THE BLVD has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,210. Here are the most affordable Zenith apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| THE BLVD | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zenith, WA
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zenith area is the $1.79 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,003. The second greatest value Zenith apartment is the Addison Model at Grandview Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Woodmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zenith apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Grandview Apartments | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Heights by Vintage | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Creekwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Village at Newport | The Collage | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
| Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zenith Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Zenith?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Zenith is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Zenith?
The cheapest apartment in Zenith is Heights by Vintage which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Zenith costs $2,639.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Zenith?
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 Zenith 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 Zenith?
Cheap apartments in Zenith have an average cost of $841 which is $1,798 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Zenith.
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