
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Kent Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $1,000 (67 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Kent area of Kent.


Summerwalk Villa

Kentbrook Apartments

Red Carpet Apartments

Webster Court Senior Apartments

LARC at Kent (Senior Housing 55+)

Woodfield Apartments

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Ventana

Midtown 64 Apartments

Woodland Estates
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Riverpointe

Ovation at Meeker 55+ Senior Apartments

Haven

Berkeley Heights

ReNew Water's Edge

Chandlers Bay Apartments

Pines at Canyon Station

Village Green Apartments

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Alvista 240

Vibe Apartments
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Irwin Park

ReNew on James

Dwell At Kent Station Apartments

Silver Springs

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Avana West Hill

ReNew on East Hill

Kairos

Brookside
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Twin Crest Apartments

308 Summit Ave N, Unit 2

White House Apartments

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Ethos

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Prose Kent

25426 97th Pl S, Unit 2

ReNew Forest Creek

Sun Vista Apartments

Tri Court Apartments

Titus Village Apartments
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Drexell II Apartments

Park View Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

10718 SE 238th St

Kentwood Apartments

Timber Heights

Duchess Apartments

Scenic Vista Senior Apartments
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South Kent, Kent, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Kent?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Kent Studio Apartments | $1,588 | $1,295 | $2,100 |
| South Kent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $1,395 | $2,595 |
| South Kent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,490 | $3,140 |
| South Kent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,869 | $4,485 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Kent Neighborhood of Kent, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Kent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Kent area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Summerwalk Villa priced from $1,100. Red Carpet Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable South Kent apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwalk Villa | 1 Bedroom - 3rd Floor w/ Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Red Carpet Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Kentwood Apartments | 1x2C | 2BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Timber Heights | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Kentbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| LARC at Kent (Senior Housing 55+) | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 578sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Woodfield Apartments | Affordable 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Kent, Wash... | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Duchess Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Midtown 64 Apartments | Studio-Switch | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| Ventana | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,409 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kent, WA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Kent area is the $2.10 price per square foot Grand Model at Alvista 240 in the in the East Pointe neighborhood starting from $2,619. The second greatest value South Kent apartment is the The Signal Model at The Lighthouse starting at $2,153 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Meredith neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kent apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvista 240 | Grand | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Lighthouse | The Signal | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Arden Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| White House Apartments | 2BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Mallard Pointe at Riverbend | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Brookside | 2X1 Renovated - 900 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Irwin Park | Two Bedroom One Bath Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Chandlers Bay Apartments | The Dune Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Summerwalk Villa | 1 Bedroom - 1st Floor with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Kentbrook Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Kent, Kent, WA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Kent. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Kent Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Kent?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Kent is under $1,409.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Kent?
The cheapest apartment in South Kent is Summerwalk Villa which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in South Kent costs $2,489.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 32 regular apartments in South 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 South Kent?
Cheap apartments in South Kent have an average cost of $259 which is $2,230 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Kent.
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