Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA from $500 (138 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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KentWA98031

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Ventana
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$1,409 - $2,039
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Ventana

329 Ridgeview DrKent, WA 98032
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Timber Flats
$1,495 - $2,195
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$1,495 - $2,195
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Timber Flats

27400 132nd Ave SEKent, WA 98042
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Alvista 240
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$1,520 - $2,859
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Alvista 240

24028 SE 110th PlKent, WA 98030
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Knol Apartments
$1,525 - $3,817
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Knol Apartments

11239 SE 260th StKent, WA 98030
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Irwin Park
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$1,569 - $1,882
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Irwin Park

10925 SE 259th StKent, WA 98030
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Sun Vista Apartments
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Sun Vista Apartments

1255 Weiland StKent, WA 98030
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Tri Court Apartments
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Tri Court Apartments

24510 64th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Titus Village Apartments
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Titus Village Apartments

233 5th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Sunrise Estates
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Sunrise Estates

23612 100th Ave SEKent, WA 98031
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Cottonwood
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Cottonwood

25919 25th Ln SKent, WA 98032
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Redhill Pines North
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Redhill Pines North

25124 97th Pl SKent, WA 98030
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Park View Apartments
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Park View Apartments

108 Kensington Ave SKent, WA 98030
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Kent, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 06/07/2026

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$5,500$564542

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 $750. 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$750
Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior LivingS1Studio,1BA$899
Summerwalk Villa1 Bedroom - 3rd Floor w/ Fireplace1BR,1BA$1,100
Avana Star LakeA11BR,1BA$1,237
Washington Park ApartmentsCedar (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,277
Village Green Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,300
Crestview West ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,311
The BLVD1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI1BR,1BA$1,325
Red Carpet ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,325
The Drexel Des Moines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.52 price per square foot 4BR/3.5BA Model at Heart of Renton! Amazing 4 bed, 3.5 bath Renton townhome in a desirable location! Easy self showi... in the in the Carriage Wood neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Birmingham Model at Stratford Arms starting at $2,050 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Meredith 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.
Heart of Renton! Amazing 4 bed, 3.5 bath Renton townhome in a desirable location! Easy self showi...4BR/3.5BA4BR,3.5BA$1.52
Stratford ArmsBirmingham2BR,2BA$1.64
Waterbrook Loft and ApartmentsOrchard 2x22BR,2BA$1.64
25306 170th Pl SE, Unit Lower Level Apt25306 170th Pl SE1BR,1BA$1.57
Arden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.67
White House Apartments2BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.85
Arbor Chase2x12BR,1BA$1.81
Avaya at Town Center1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Irwin ParkTwo Bedroom One Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.84
Villa Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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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 $1,335.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kent?

The cheapest apartment in Kent is Villa Capri which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Kent costs $5,500.

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 98 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 $1,080 which is $4,420 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.

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