
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kelso, WA from $895 (39 Rentals)
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RiverStone Villas

506 Cowlitz Way

1201 N 7th Ave

810 S 3rd Ave

306 Grant St

102 Florence St

104 Florence St

211 Pine St
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711 S 4th Ave

151 Cowlitz Gdns

Brookhollow RV Park

710 S 3rd Ave

306 S 5th Ave

Country Run Apartments

Elliott Heights

North Pacific Court Apartments

1111 N. Pacific
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Studio East Apartments

Summerwind Apartments

Monticello

Hemlock Court

Fir at 17th

1944 Hudson St

1931 Olympia Way

107 Carrolls Ave

905 8th Ave
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Columbia Trailer Court

421 Oregon Way

947 16th Ave

1314-1318 21st St

934 9th Avenue 4-Plex

Vance Terrace Apartments

1593 Beech St

Hillcrest Apartments

1110-1122 10th Ave
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1302 21st Ave

Blackstone Apartments

Canterbury Park
Kelso, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kelso?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelso Studio Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Kelso 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,306 | $895 | $1,680 |
| Kelso 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,295 | $1,925 |
| Kelso 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $2,150 | $2,180 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kelso, WA
Pricing Updated: 09/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Kelso, WA area range in price from $895 to $2,180 with an overall median price of $1,360. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kelso Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade City View | $1,360 | $895 | 17 |
Cheapest Available Kelso Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kelso, WA is a Studio unit found at 1225 Commerce Ave in the Glenwood neighborhood priced from $700. Monticello in the Glenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kelso apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1225 Commerce Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $700 |
| Monticello | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $950 |
| 1148 10th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Hemlock Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,095 |
| Park Village Apartments | Upstairs: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| 852-862 8th Ave | Two Bed | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Fir at 17th | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Columbia Heights Village Apartments | Middle Level; 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,175 |
| 1628 10th Avenue | Upstairs 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kelso, WA and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kelso area is the $1.84 price per square foot 2x2 1034 SF 1st Floor $1900 Model at RiverStone Villas in the Kelso neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Kelso apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom Model at Evergreen Terrace South in the Glenwood neighborhood starting at $1,395 with a $1.42 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kelso apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RiverStone Villas | 2x2 1034 SF 1st Floor $1900 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.84 |
| Evergreen Terrace South | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| 143 Beulah Dr, Unit 4 | 143 Beulah Dr | 2BR, 1BA | $1.66 |
| Columbia Heights Village Apartments | Middle Level; 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Village Apartments | Upstairs: 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.29 |
| Fir at 17th | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| 1628 10th Avenue | Upstairs 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
| 142 Beulah Dr, Unit 2 | 142 Beulah Dr | 2BR, 1BA | $1.62 |
| Hemlock Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.83 |
| 1148 10th Avenue | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kelso Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kelso Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kelso Apartment is $825 at 1225 Commerce Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kelso Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kelso is starting from $1,100 at Park Village Apartments.
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