
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Custer Neighborhood of Lakewood, WA from $995 (29 Rentals)
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Swan Grove Apartments

7710 Burgess Ave W

Merrill Creek

Stonegate Apartments

Citizen and Oake

8215 Luzader Ln SW
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602-24 Copperstone Townhomes

7425 Ruby Dr SW, Unit E5
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RSchleigh 6412 - Swan Court

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The Spinnaker

Sundance Apartments

Greenfield Apartments

Forest Village
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Heron Heights

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Timbre Apartments

8604 63rd Ave SW
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7022 Citrine Ln SW
Custer, Lakewood, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Custer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custer Studio Apartments | $1,365 | $1,299 | $1,399 |
| Custer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,295 | $1,880 |
| Custer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,450 | $2,251 |
| Custer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $2,224 | $2,595 |
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Cheapest Available Custer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Custer area of Lakewood, WA is a Studio unit found at RSchleigh 6412 - Swan Court priced from $995. Greenfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Custer apartments for rent in Lakewood, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSchleigh 6412 - Swan Court | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Greenfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Swan Grove Apartments | The Blakely | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Heron Heights | Heron Heights - 8933... | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| The Village at Seeley Lake | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,619 |
| Citizen and Oake | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Echelon | 1x1 LG | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| The Meadowlark | The Meadowlark - 7731... | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Custer, WA
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Custer area is the $2.34 price per square foot The Linden Model at Timbre Apartments in the in the Lake City neighborhood starting from $2,697. The second greatest value Custer apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 602-24 Copperstone Townhomes starting at $2,195 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Lake City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Custer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timbre Apartments | The Linden | 3BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| 602-24 Copperstone Townhomes | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Pine | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Citizen and Oake | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Meadowlark | The Meadowlark - 5402... | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Village at Seeley Lake | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Echelon | 1x1 SM | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Greenfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| RSchleigh 6412 - Swan Court | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Custer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment is $1,250 at Greenfield Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Custer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Custer is starting from $1,723 at The Village at Seeley Lake.
What is the most affordable Custer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Custer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Citizen and Oake and starts from $2,224.
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