
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakota Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA from $800 (34 Rentals)
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Lake Apartments

Maplewood

Ridge & Shores

31003 14th Ave S, Unit F3, Unit F3

Park at Dashpoint Apartments

Sunset Three Twenty

ReNew Dash Point
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Greystone Meadows

Campus View

Glen Park At West Campus

Cedardale

Panther Lake Apartments

Kitts Corner

Uptown Square

Rai Apartments
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31003 14th Ave S

Westhampton

Cedar Gardens Apartments

30812 16th Pl SW, Unit D

33711 37th Pl SW

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Celebration Senior Living

Parkway Apartments
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Campus Landing Apartments

The Commons

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Portofino Apartments

Northview Terrace

The Cove

32836 3rd Pl S
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The Fairways
Lakota, Federal Way, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakota Studio Apartments | $960 | $960 | $960 |
| Lakota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,150 | $2,296 |
| Lakota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,884 | $1,295 | $2,464 |
| Lakota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,800 | $3,379 |
| Lakota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $2,374 | $2,478 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakota Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA.
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Cheapest Available Lakota Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakota area of Federal Way, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Lake Apartments priced from $1,295. Ridge & Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Lakota apartments for rent in Federal Way, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Ridge & Shores | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Park at Dashpoint Apartments | Juniper 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Sunset Three Twenty | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,444 |
| ReNew Dash Point | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,504 |
| The Fairways | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Campus View | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Cedardale | 1x1-C | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Panther Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom Junior | 2BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakota, WA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakota area is the $1.74 price per square foot B6 Model at Glen Park At West Campus in the in the West Campus neighborhood starting from $2,293. The second greatest value Lakota apartment is the 2 BR/ 1 BA Model at Lake Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Redondo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakota apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Park At West Campus | B6 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
| Lake Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Kitts Corner | Barcelona | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Bayview Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Uptown Square | Armstrong | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Ridge & Shores | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Maplewood | 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Panther Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom Junior | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Sunset Three Twenty | A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Campus View | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Silver Lake Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakota Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakota?
The cheapest apartment in Lakota is Ridge & Shores which is listed at $1,329, while the average apartment in Lakota costs $2,508.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakota?
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 44 regular apartments in Lakota 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 Lakota?
Cheap apartments in Lakota have an average cost of $963 which is $1,545 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakota.
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