
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mirror Lake Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA from $800 (16 Rentals)
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Mirror Lake, Federal Way, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mirror Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirror Lake Studio Apartments | $1,435 | $960 | $1,650 |
| Mirror Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,150 | $2,154 |
| Mirror Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $1,350 | $2,807 |
| Mirror Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $2,199 | $2,880 |
| Mirror Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $2,420 | $2,420 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mirror Lake Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA.
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Cheapest Available Mirror Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mirror Lake area of Federal Way, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living priced from $1,050. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Meridian Court Senior Affordable Apartments | A06 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| La Madera Apartments | Studio at 60% Utilities Covered | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Crestview West Apartments | Studio 1 Bath S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,311 |
| Villa Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,347 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mirror Lake, WA
As of March 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mirror Lake area is the $2.00 price per square foot C1 Model at Glen Park At West Campus in the in the West Campus neighborhood starting from $2,593. The second greatest value Mirror Lake apartment is the 254 2X2 M Model at Pacific Heights starting at $1,737 with a $1.58 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Park At West Campus | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| Pacific Heights | 254 2X2 M | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Uptown Square | Armstrong | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Greystone Meadows | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Kitts Corner | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Mariposa | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B (60% Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Campus View | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Tree Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Panther Lake Apartments | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Villa Capri | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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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 $1,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mirror Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Mirror Lake is Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Mirror Lake costs $2,440.
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 40 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 $946 which is $1,494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mirror Lake.
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