
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverfront Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $800 (22 Rentals)
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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 | $1,541 | $1,260 | $2,084 |
| Riverfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,351 | $2,590 |
| Riverfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $1,490 | $3,430 |
| Riverfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $2,095 | $3,545 |
| Riverfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $2,384 | $2,384 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 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. Silverwood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,260. 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 |
| Silverwood Park | 201 ST T | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Timber Heights | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Ovation at Meeker 55+ Senior Apartments | Youngs | 1BR,1BA | $1,351 |
| Webster Court Senior Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverfront, WA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverfront area is the $1.97 price per square foot 3242 S 161st St Model at 3242 S 161st St, Unit B in the in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Riverfront apartment is the 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 starting at $1,960 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the North Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3242 S 161st St, Unit B | 3242 S 161st St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.97 |
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Sky View Park Villa | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Brookstone Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Avana West Hill | 2 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| ReNew on James | Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Grandview Apartments | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Chandlers Bay | The Dune | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Berkeley Heights Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 323 1st Ave S, Unit 03 | 323 1st Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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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 $1,456.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverfront?
The cheapest apartment in Riverfront is Timber Heights which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Riverfront costs $2,555.
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 36 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 $628 which is $1,927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverfront.
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