
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainier Crest Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA from $1,300 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rainier Crest area of Newcastle.


Castle Creek

13403 Newcastle Commons Dr

Avalon Newcastle Commons

Newport Crossing
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13403 Newcastle Commons Dr

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Rainier Crest, Newcastle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainier Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier Crest Studio Apartments | $1,806 | $1,638 | $1,945 | 
| Rainier Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $1,353 | $2,592 | 
| Rainier Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $1,495 | $4,155 | 
| Rainier Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $1,968 | $5,245 | 
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rainier Crest Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Rainier Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainier Crest area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at RENTON SAGE priced from $1,358. Griffis Lake Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,618. Here are the most affordable Rainier Crest apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| RENTON SAGE | 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 | 
| Griffis Lake Washington | Alder | Studio,1BA | $1,618 | 
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 | 
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 | 
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier Crest, WA
As of November 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainier Crest area is the $2.25 price per square foot Portsmith Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,329. The second greatest value Rainier Crest apartment is the Classic 1224 sq ft 3x2 Model at Overlook at Lakemont starting at $3,750 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Westwood Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainier Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Portsmith | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 | 
| Overlook at Lakemont | Classic 1224 sq ft 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.06 | 
| Solera Apartments | Rosé | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.84 | 
| Lakeview at Newcastle | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 | 
| Castle Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 | 
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 | 
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 | 
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 | 
| RENTON SAGE | 1x1 Current Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 | 
| Griffis Lake Washington | Alder Platinum | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRainier Crest, Newcastle, WA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Rainier Crest Neighborhood in Newcastle, WA
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
 - Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
 - Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
 
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainier Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rainier Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rainier Crest is under $2,213.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rainier Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Rainier Crest is RENTON SAGE which is listed at $1,358, while the average apartment in Rainier Crest costs $18,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rainier Crest?
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 67 regular apartments in Rainier Crest 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 Rainier Crest?
Cheap apartments in Rainier Crest have an average cost of $796 which is $17,564 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rainier Crest.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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