Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Kent Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $1,900 (5 Rentals)

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Downtown Kent, Kent, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Kent Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kent area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Red Carpet Apartments priced from $1,325. Summerwalk Villa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kent apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Red Carpet ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,325
Summerwalk Villa2 Bedroom - 1st Floor2BR,1BA$1,395
Kentbrook Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kent, WA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kent area is the $1.94 price per square foot The Signal Model at The Lighthouse in the in the Meredith neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Downtown Kent apartment is the 2x1 Model at Arden Park Apartments starting at $1,750 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the South Kent neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kent apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The LighthouseThe Signal2BR,2BA$1.94
Arden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.67
White House Apartments2BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.85
Brookside2X1 Renovated - 900 sq. ft.2BR,1BA$1.97
Pines at Canyon Station2x1 A-E2BR,1BA$1.90
Irwin ParkTwo Bedroom One Bath Renovated2BR,1BA$1.93
Chandlers Bay ApartmentsThe Dune Renovated1BR,1BA$2.13
Summerwalk Villa1 Bedroom - 1st Floor with W/D1BR,1BA$2.16
Kently Pointe Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath (A)1BR,1BA$2.14
Kentbrook Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.13

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Kent, Kent, WA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Kent

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Kent?

There are currently 172 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kent, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $4,485. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Kent ranging from $1,995 to $3,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Kent?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Kent ranges from $1,995 to $3,695 with an average monthly rent of $3,013.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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