
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Custer Neighborhood of Lakewood, WA from $900 (7 Rentals)
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Swan Grove Apartments
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Custer, Lakewood, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Custer?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Custer Studio Apartments | $1,298 | $1,095 | $1,613 |
Custer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,195 | $1,925 |
Custer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,445 | $2,230 |
Custer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $2,000 | $2,650 |
Custer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 7 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 $1,195. Swan Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,282. Here are the most affordable Custer apartments for rent in Lakewood, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Swan Grove Apartments | The Blakely | Studio,1BA | $1,282 |
Hiddenvale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Custer, WA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Custer area is the $1.98 price per square foot Nisqually Model at Valley View in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Custer apartment is the The Orchard Model at Timbre Apartments starting at $1,879 with a $1.94 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. |
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Valley View | Nisqually | 3BR,2BA | $1.98 |
Timbre Apartments | The Orchard | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Brighton Place | Squire | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Trellis on Orchard | Two Bedroom One Bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Cheyenne Place | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Orchard Crest Apartments | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Hiddenvale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
The Village at Seeley Lake | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Echelon | 1x1 SM | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCuster, Lakewood, WA
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Lakewood, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Custer Neighborhood in Lakewood, WA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Swan Grove Apartments listed at $1,282.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Custer Apartment is $1,195 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 $1,445 at Sundance 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 $2,126.
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