Cheap Homes for Rent in King County, WA from $500 (132 Rentals)

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property at 110 NE 40th St

$600

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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110 NE 40th St

SeattleWA98105

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 14018 89th Ave NE

$900 - $1,150

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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14018 89th Ave NE

KirklandWA98034

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 4312 8th Ave NE

$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4312 8th Ave NE

SeattleWA98105
property at 211 Summit Ave E

$1,100 - $1,850

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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211 Summit Ave E

SeattleWA98102

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property at 4544 20th Ave NE

$1,200 - $1,500

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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4544 20th Ave NE

SeattleWA98105

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Cheapest Available King County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in King County, WA is a Studio unit found at Eden Apartments in the Dunlap neighborhood priced from $525. Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) in the Mercer Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $594. Here is today’s list of the most affordable King County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eden Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$525
Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+)Studio Homes for Seniors 55+Studio,1BA$594
Alps HotelStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$600
Alcove Ballard ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Milwaukee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$735
Villa Capri1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$749
The Windham ApartmentsPikeStudio,1BA$760
Cubix at Othello ApartmentsStudio S4Studio,1BA$780
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in King County, WA

As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the King County area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR Model at 2024 NW 59th St in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $1,945. The second greatest value King County apartment is the 8801 Aurora Ave N Model at 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 starting at $950 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the North College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for King County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2024 NW 59th St2BR2BR,1BA$1.07
8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 18801 Aurora Ave N5BR,3BA$0.53
28803 46th Pl S, Unit 128803 46th Pl S3BR,1BA$1.47
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1.5BA$0.63
Century Plaza2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.46
Plaza Roberto Maestas2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.12
Traditions at Federal Way Senior Living2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.42
Uptowner ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.44
Whisperwood Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.45
Courtland PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.41

Frequently Asked Questions about King County

What type of rentals are currently available in King County?

There are currently 9115 Apartments for Rent in King County, WA with pricing that ranges from $594 to $31,995. There are also 1237 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in King County ranging from $500 to $24,890.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in King County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in King County ranges from $500 to $24,890 with an average monthly rent of $4,920.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in King County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in King County range from $825 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $24,890. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,099.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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