Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Campus Neighborhood of Federal Way, WA from $800 (22 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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Celebration Senior Living
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Celebration Senior Living

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

The Commons

190 S 334 StFederal Way, WA 98003
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The Cove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cove

33131 1st Ave SWFederal Way, WA 98023

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33020 10th Ave SW

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West Campus, Federal Way, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Campus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Campus area of Federal Way, WA is a Studio unit found at Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living priced from $1,250. Pacific Heights has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable West Campus apartments for rent in Federal Way, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Traditions at Federal Way Senior LivingStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Pacific Heights254 1X1 B1BR,1BA$1,525
Ridge & ShoresA11BR,1BA$1,538
The CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,552
Uptown SquareArmstrong1BR,1BA$1,622

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Campus, WA

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Campus area is the $1.81 price per square foot London Model at Kitts Corner in the in the West Campus neighborhood starting from $2,474. The second greatest value West Campus apartment is the 2L Model at Campus View starting at $1,750 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the West Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Campus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kitts CornerLondon4BR,2BA$1.81
Campus View2L2BR,1BA$1.75
Rai Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.19
Uptown SquareArmstrong1BR,1BA$1.80
Glen Park At West CampusA21BR,1BA$1.97
Arbor Woods Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.18
Panther Lake ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Junior2BR,1BA$2.03
Ridge & ShoresA21BR,1BA$2.17
Pacific Heights254 1X1 B1BR,1BA$2.03
The CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.22

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West Campus, Federal Way, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including West Campus, Federal Way, and the greater Federal Way area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Campus Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Campus?

The cheapest apartment in West Campus is Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in West Campus costs $2,601.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Campus?

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 13 regular apartments in West Campus that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.