Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA from $500 (165 Rentals)

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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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Knol Apartments
$1,473 - $3,569
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Knol Apartments

11239 SE 260th StKent, WA 98030
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Timber Flats
$1,495 - $2,195
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Timber Flats

27400 132nd Ave SEKent, WA 98042
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Alvista 240
$1,514 - $2,200
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Alvista 240

24028 SE 110th PlKent, WA 98030
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Avana West Hill
$1,535 - $2,566
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Avana West Hill

24849 46th Ave SKent, WA 98032
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Irwin Park
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$1,542 - $1,852
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Irwin Park

10925 SE 259th StKent, WA 98030
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Kent, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026

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$2,549$564603

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
Des Moines StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Avana Star LakeA11BR,1BA$1,250
Washington Park ApartmentsCedar (Renovated)Studio,1BA$1,277
The BLVDStudio 60 Percent AMIStudio,1BA$1,285
Summerwalk Villa1 Bedroom- 1st floor1BR,1BA$1,295
Viewpoint Apartment0x1 SmallStudio,1BA$1,295
Crestview West ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,311

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Lea Hill Condominiums in the in the Lea Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. 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.
Lea Hill Condominiums3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.72
Stratford ArmsBirmingham2BR,2BA$1.64
Dimension Auburn On M St2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.78
25306 170th Pl SE, Unit Lower Level Apt25306 170th Pl SE1BR,1BA$1.57
Park Place Apartments4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.54
Arden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.67
Arbor Chase2x12BR,1BA$1.71
Avaya at Town Center1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Alvista 240Fraser1BR,1BA$1.78
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 $1,311.

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 $2,549.

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 105 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 $635 which is $1,914 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.

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