Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mirror Lake Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA from $800 (29 Rentals)

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Westboro Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westboro Apartments

32930 1st Ave SFederal Way, WA 98023
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Villa Capri
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Capri

28621 25th Pl SFederal Way, WA 98003
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Celebration Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Celebration Senior Living

1524 S 328th StFederal Way, WA 98003
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Parkway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

2206 SW 334th PlFederal Way, WA 98023
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View at the Lake
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

View at the Lake

30602 Pacific Hwy SFederal Way, WA 98003
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Laurelwood Gardens
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Laurelwood Gardens

29505 21st Ave SFederal Way, WA 98003
property at 31003 14th Ave S

$1,400 - $1,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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31003 14th Ave S

Federal WayWA98003

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Mirror Lake, Federal Way, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mirror Lake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mirror Lake area of Federal Way, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Villa Capri priced from $935. Meridian Court Senior Affordable Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Mirror Lake apartments for rent in Federal Way, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Capri2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$935
Meridian Court Senior Affordable ApartmentsA061BR,1BA$1,250
Lake Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,295
Crestview West ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,311
Traditions at Federal Way Senior LivingStudio - SpruceStudio,1BA$1,389
Sunset Three TwentyA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,392
Pacific Heights254 1X1 B1BR,1BA$1,399
Bayview Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,399
Mariposa1 Bed, 1 Bath B (50% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1,409
Panther Lake ApartmentsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mirror Lake, WA

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mirror Lake area is the $2.06 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Blue Ridge Apartments in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Mirror Lake apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Providence Landing starting at $2,310 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Jovita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mirror Lake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blue Ridge Apartments4 Bedroom 2 Bath4BR,2BA$2.06
Providence Landing3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.79
Lake Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.08
Glen Park At West CampusB12BR,1.5BA$1.74
Mariposa2 Bed, 1 Bath A (60% Income Restricted)2BR,1BA$1.96
Uptown SquareArmstrong1BR,1BA$1.83
Kitts CornerAthens1BR,1BA$2.07
Pacific Heights254 1X1 T1BR,1BA$2.03
Sunset Three TwentyA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Campus View1L1BR,1BA$2.07

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Mirror Lake, Federal Way, and the greater Federal Way area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mirror Lake Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mirror Lake?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mirror Lake is under $1,450.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mirror Lake?

The cheapest apartment in Mirror Lake is Meridian Court Senior Affordable Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Mirror Lake costs $2,550.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mirror Lake?

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 52 regular apartments in Mirror Lake 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 Mirror Lake?

Cheap apartments in Mirror Lake have an average cost of $878 which is $1,672 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mirror Lake.

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