
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $800 (49 Rentals)
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Red Carpet Apartments

Astral Apartments

Ovation at Meeker 55+ Senior Apartments

Webster Court Senior Apartments

LARC at Kent (Senior Housing 55+)

Central Flats

Chandlers Bay Apartments

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ReNew on James

ReNew Water's Edge

Arbor Chase

Grandview Apartments

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Ventana

308 Summit Ave N, Unit 20

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Ethos

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Avana West Hill

Silver Springs
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Midtown 64 Apartments

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Alexan Gateway

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Dwell At Kent Station Apartments

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Sun Vista Apartments

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Woodland Estates

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Duchess Apartments

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State Ave

Signature Pointe

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Timber Heights

Titus Mansion
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Island Park

850 2nd Ave N

Silverwood Park

Shannon South

Sky View Park Villa

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Sandpiper

Carriage House
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Riverfront, Kent, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverfront Studio Apartments | $1,718 | $1,325 | $2,535 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $1,350 | $2,690 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $1,490 | $3,229 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $1,934 | $4,050 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverfront Neighborhood of Kent, WA.
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Cheapest Available Riverfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverfront area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Pine Ridge priced from $1,036. Red Carpet Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Riverfront apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Ridge | Studio Rent Restricted at 40% HERA | Studio,1BA | $1,036 |
| Red Carpet Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Astral Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Ovation at Meeker 55+ Senior Apartments | Youngs | 1BR,1BA | $1,351 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST T | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| LARC at Kent (Senior Housing 55+) | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 553sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Webster Court Senior Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Duchess Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Central Flats | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1,434 |
| Shannon South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, WA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $1,992. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2x1 Model at Arbor Chase starting at $1,570 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the West Hill North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Arbor Chase | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Woodfield Apartments | Affordable 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Kent, WA | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| ReNew on James | Iris | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Grandview Apartments | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Ventana | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Berkeley Heights Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Shannon South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Red Carpet Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverfront, Kent, WA
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverfront is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Astral Apartments which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $2,434.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverfront?
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 21 regular apartments in Riverfront 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 Riverfront?
Cheap apartments in Riverfront have an average cost of $173 which is $2,261 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverfront.
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