Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA from $500 (179 Rentals)

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Alvista 240
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$1,418 - $2,622
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Alvista 240

24028 SE 110th PlKent, WA 98030
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Irwin Park
$1,457 - $1,892
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Irwin Park

10925 SE 259th StKent, WA 98030
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Knol Apartments
$1,588 - $3,314
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Knol Apartments

11239 SE 260th StKent, WA 98030
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Ventana
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$1,600 - $1,703
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Ventana

329 Ridgeview DrKent, WA 98032
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Ethos
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$1,696 - $3,015
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Ethos

2200 W Meeker StKent, WA 98032
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Avana West Hill
$1,698 - $2,256
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Avana West Hill

24849 46th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Alexan Gateway
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$1,823 - $3,127
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Alexan Gateway

23000 Military Rd SKent, WA 98032
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Prose Kent
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$1,901 - $2,762
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Prose Kent

419 E Novak LnKent, WA 98032
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Kent, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kent Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Federal Way$2,673$564604

Cheapest Available Kent Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kent, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Capri in the Woodmont neighborhood priced from $749. Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kent apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$749
Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior LivingS1Studio,1BA$899
Heights by Vintage1x1 B1BR,1BA$999
Pine RidgeStudio Rent Restricted at 40% HERAStudio,1BA$1,036
Park Place Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,259
Washington Park ApartmentsCedar (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,277
Viewpoint Apartment0x1 SmallStudio,1BA$1,299
La Madera ApartmentsStudio at 60% Utilities CoveredStudio,1BA$1,299
Crestview West ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,311
Red Carpet ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.65 price per square foot 28803 46th Pl S Model at 28803 46th Pl S, Unit 1 in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Savory Model at Promenade starting at $2,420 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Lea Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kent apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
28803 46th Pl S, Unit 128803 46th Pl S3BR,1BA$1.65
PromenadeSavory4BR,2BA$1.82
Stratford ArmsBirmingham2BR,2BA$1.64
Skyview 33222x22BR,2BA$1.78
Mariposa2 Bed, 1.5 Bath C (60% Income Restricted)2BR,1.5BA$1.75
Arbor Chase2x12BR,1BA$1.59
Woodfield ApartmentsAffordable 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Kent, WA2BR,1BA$1.78
Alvista 240Fraser1BR,1BA$1.72
Park Place Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.66
Heights by Vintage1x1 B1BR,1BA$1.84

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Kent Overview

The city of Kent, WA has a rich history and major historic and modern landmarks. Generally, the weather is favorable for most time of the year, and the city hosts many annual festivals. With several major highways crossing through the city, the average commute time here is slightly higher compared to the US average. Nonetheless, the city is still one of the best places to look for your next apartment because of its booming economy and employment opportunities, numerous media outlets, and many attractions and vacation opportunities for the residents.

Why live in Kent, WA?

There are quite many reasons why you should live in Kent Apartments. To begin with, the city is in close proximity to Seattle and has a thriving economy, comprising over 4,500 businesses and 78,000 job opportunities. Additionally, the city has several nationally recognized recreation centers/parks and over 4,000 restaurants all within a 15-minute drive. Moreover, there are plenty of outdoor activities in Kent that you can engage in. These include the Lake Meridian Park, the Soos Creek Trail, the Interurban Trial, and many hiking trails.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kent Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Kent?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kent is under $1,325.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kent?

The cheapest apartment in Kent is Villa Capri which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Kent costs $2,673.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kent?

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 125 regular apartments in Kent 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 Kent?

Cheap apartments in Kent have an average cost of $993 which is $1,680 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.

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