Cheap Homes for Rent in Federal Way, WA from $700 (13 Rentals)

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property at 37245 39th Ave S

$1,375

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$1,375

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$1,375

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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37245 39th Ave S

AuburnWA98001
property at 31003 14th Ave S

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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31003 14th Ave S, Unit F3

31003 14th Ave S
Federal WayWA98003

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property at 33711 37th Pl SW

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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33711 37th Pl SW

Federal WayWA98023

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property at 2500 S 286th Pl

$1,650 - $1,795

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2500 S 286th Pl

Federal WayWA98003

Federal Way, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Federal Way, WA

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Federal Way, WA area range in price from $960 to $5,500 with an overall median price of $3,273. The three Federal Way neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Adelaide at $960, Mirror Lake at $960, and West Campus at $960. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Federal Way Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Adelaide$2,602$960149
Mirror Lake$2,602$960108
West Campus$2,602$96050
Laurelwood$2,627$1,111112
Marine Hills$2,627$960123
Redondo$2,627$1,111103
Steel Lake$2,627$1,20028
Campus Highlands$2,754$960204
Enchanted Village$2,754$1,450131
Kitts Corner$2,754$960111

Cheapest Available Federal Way Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Federal Way, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Capri in the Woodmont neighborhood priced from $750. Meridian Court Senior Affordable Apartments in the Jovita neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Federal Way apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
Meridian Court Senior Affordable ApartmentsA071BR,1BA$1,200
Lake Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,295
Avana Star LakeA21BR,1BA$1,304
Crestview West ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,311

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Federal Way, WA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Federal Way area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3x2.5 Model at Kandila Townhomes in the in the Jovita neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Federal Way apartment is the C1 Model at Glen Park At West Campus starting at $2,524 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the West Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Federal Way apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kandila Townhomes3x2.53BR,2.5BA$1.50
Glen Park At West CampusC13BR,2.5BA$1.95
Providence Landing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.79
Lake Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Kitts CornerBarcelona2BR,2BA$1.84
Riverstone ApartmentsB2u - 2x2 upper floor2BR,2BA$1.89
Mariposa2 Bed, 1 Bath A (60% Income Restricted)2BR,1BA$1.93
Uptown SquareArmstrong1BR,1BA$1.85
Edgewood Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96
Villa Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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Federal Way, WA
Population: 97,044

Ranked #324

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Federal Way

What type of rentals are currently available in Federal Way?

There are currently 252 Apartments for Rent in Federal Way, WA with pricing that ranges from $960 to $5,500. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Federal Way ranging from $700 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Federal Way?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Federal Way ranges from $700 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,245.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Federal Way?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Federal Way range from $1,467 to $3,379, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $3,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,302.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.