Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA from $500 (59 Rentals)

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Sun Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sun Vista Apartments

1255 Weiland StKent, WA 98030
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Tri Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tri Court Apartments

24510 64th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Titus Village Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Titus Village Apartments

233 5th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Cottonwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood

25919 25th Ln SKent, WA 98032
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Redhill Pines North
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Redhill Pines North

25124 97th Pl SKent, WA 98030
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Woodland Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodland Estates

4821 S Kent Des Moines RdKent, WA 98032
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Park View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park View Apartments

108 Kensington Ave SKent, WA 98030
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Timber Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Timber Heights

4809-4822 S 252nd PlKent, WA 98032
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10718 SE 238th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10718 SE 238th St

10718 SE 238th StKent, WA 98031

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Carriage House
Studio Apartments

Carriage House

3602 S 180th PlSeatac, WA 98188
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Seaview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaview Apartments

22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Villa Capri
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Capri

28621 25th Pl SFederal Way, WA 98003
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Pine Ridge
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Ridge

3725 S 180th StSeatac, WA 98188
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The Hidden Harbor House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hidden Harbor House

1625 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Auburn Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Auburn Square

3740 H St NEAuburn, WA 98002

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Kent, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 01/22/2026

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$564634

Cheapest Available Kent Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kent, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood priced from $899. Villa Capri in the Woodmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $935. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kent apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior LivingS1Studio,1BA$899
Villa Capri2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$935
Heights by Vintage1x1 B1BR,1BA$999
Covington PlaceMeridian2BR,1BA$999
Pine RidgeStudio Rent Restricted at 40% HERAStudio,1BA$1,036
Kentbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
THE BLVD1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,210
Silverwood Park201 ST TStudio,1BA$1,260
Timber Heights1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,295
Chelsea By the BayStudioStudio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.67 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 $3,295. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Grand Model at Alvista 240 starting at $2,019 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the East Pointe 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$1.67
Alvista 240Grand3BR,2BA$1.62
Stratford ArmsBirmingham2BR,2BA$1.64
STATION BY VINTAGE3X2 C13BR,2BA$1.82
Skyview 33222x22BR,2BA$1.75
Arden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.67
23721 108th Ave SE, Unit 423721 108th Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.75
Alba GardensTwo Bedroom Renovated2BR,1BA$1.86
Easthill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.88
Heights by Vintage1x1 B1BR,1BA$1.84

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

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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 $1,295.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kent?

The cheapest apartment in Kent is Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living which is listed at $999, 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 127 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 $943 which is $1,730 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.

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