
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Custer Neighborhood of Lakewood, WA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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Greenfield Apartments

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Swan Grove Apartments

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Meadows Apartments
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The Village at Seeley Lake
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 | $1,408 | $1,299 | $1,699 |
| Custer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $1,225 | $1,845 |
| Custer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,715 | $2,400 |
| Custer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $2,149 | $2,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Custer Neighborhood of Lakewood, WA.
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Cheapest Available Custer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Custer area of Lakewood, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sundance Apartments priced from $1,225. Greenfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Custer apartments for rent in Lakewood, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Greenfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Hemlock | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Swan Grove Apartments | The Blakely | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Heron Heights | Heron Heights - 8933... | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Custer, WA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Custer area is the $1.77 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Stonegate Apartments in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,765. The second greatest value Custer apartment is the 2/2 Model at Copperstone Luxury Apartments and 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegate Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Copperstone Luxury Apartments and Townhomes | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Greenfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Village at Seeley Lake | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Citizen and Oake | a1.1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| The Meadowlark | The Meadowlark - 7721... | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Echelon | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
| Heron Heights | Heron Heights - 8931... | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Lake Grove Apartments! | The Hemlock | Studio ,1BA | $3.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Custer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Custer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Custer is at Lake Grove Apartments! listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment is $1,225 at Sundance 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 $1,715 at Swan Grove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Custer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Custer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Village at Seeley Lake and starts from $1,945.
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