Cheap Homes for Rent in Kent, WA from $850 (23 Rentals)

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property at 710 Prospect Ave N
$899

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Base Rent$899

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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property at 918 S 258th Pl
$900

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Base Rent$900

Total Monthly Price$900
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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918 S 258th Pl

Des MoinesWA98198
property at 18531 SE 271st Ct
$1,200

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Total Monthly Price$1,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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18531 SE 271st Ct

CovingtonWA98042

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property at 905 18th St NE
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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905 18th St NE, Unit A

905 18th St NE
AuburnWA98002
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$1,650 - $1,795
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2500 S 286th Pl

Federal WayWA98003
property at 18603 108th Ave SE
$1,900

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Total Monthly Price$1,900
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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18603 108th Ave SE

RentonWA98055

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 09/26/2026

Current rental homes in the Kent, WA area range in price from $855 to $11,500 with an overall median price of $3,049. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kent Homes for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Federal Way$3,049$85559

Best Value Homes for Rent in Kent, WA

As of September 26, 2026 the best value rental home in the Kent area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1137 S 36th Pl Model at 1137 S 36th Pl in the Orillia neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Kent rental home is the 12530 SE 299th Pl Model at 12530 SE 299th Pl in the Lea Hill neighborhood starting at $3,495 with a $1.15 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kent homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1137 S 36th Pl1137 S 36th Pl4BR, 2.5BA$1.29
12530 SE 299th Pl12530 SE 299th Pl5BR, 2.5BA$1.15
25835 240th Pl SE25835 240th Pl SE4BR, 2.5BA$1.51
13732 SE 275th Pl13732 SE 275th Pl4BR, 2.5BA$1.42
18531 SE 271st Ct18531 SE 271st Ct1BR, 1BA$0.52
5121 S 302nd Pl5121 S 302nd Pl3BR, 2.5BA$1.35
29052 215th Pl SE29052 215th Pl SE4BR, 2.5BA$1.39
24859 128th Pl SE24859 128th Pl SE3BR, 2BA$1.47
21411 40th Pl S21411 40th Pl S3BR, 2.5BA$1.52
x4220 S 164th Stx4220 S 164th St2BR, 1BA$1.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kent

What type of rentals are currently available in Kent?

There are currently 604 Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA with pricing that ranges from $819 to $4,691. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kent ranging from $850 to $6,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kent ranges from $850 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,941.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kent?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kent range from $1,124 to $4,691, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,550 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,477.

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