
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Puyallup, WA from $800 (21 Rentals)
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Puyallup, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Puyallup?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Puyallup Studio Apartments | $1,643 | $1,350 | $2,060 |
Cheap Puyallup 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,189 | $2,419 |
Cheap Puyallup 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $1,338 | $3,202 |
Cheap Puyallup 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,603 | $1,600 | $3,215 |
Cheap Puyallup 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $2,795 | $3,245 |
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Puyallup, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Puyallup, WA
Pricing Updated: 06/23/2025Current apartment rentals in the Puyallup, WA area range in price from $720 to $4,749 with an overall median price of $2,998. The three Puyallup neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are SouthRidge at Silver Creek at $1,400, Summit Puyallup at $1,345, and Downtown Puyallup at $1,189. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Puyallup Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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SouthRidge at Silver Creek | $1,950 | $1,400 | 4 |
Summit Puyallup | $2,995 | $1,345 | 46 |
Downtown Puyallup | $3,149 | $1,189 | 83 |
Outlying Puyallup | $3,417 | $720 | 306 |
South Hill | $3,482 | $1,350 | 54 |
Cheapest Available Puyallup Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Puyallup, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunset Gardens in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood priced from $835. Terrace on Meridian in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,338. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Puyallup apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sunset Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Terrace on Meridian | Two Bedroom One Bath Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1,338 |
Willow Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Trio Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
Keystone Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Puyallup, WA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Puyallup area is the $1.73 price per square foot Crystal at Main Model at Townhomes at Mountain View in the in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood starting from $3,089. The second greatest value Puyallup apartment is the Maple 4 Model at Brookstone at Edgewater Townhomes starting at $3,215 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Autumn Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Puyallup apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Townhomes at Mountain View | Crystal at Main | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
Brookstone at Edgewater Townhomes | Maple 4 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.88 |
Deerfield West Apartments | 2 X 1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
Glenbrooke | 3X2 TAX CREDIT 60percent | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
307 7th Ave NW, Unit C | 307 7th Ave NW | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Silver Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Garden Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Canyon Park Apartments | 2x1 Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Crossroads at Meridian Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Sunset Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Puyallup Overview
Drawing its namesake from the Native American term for 'the generous people', Puyallup is a wonderful slice of Northwest scenery, ideally located midway between Seattle and Tacoma. Home to just over 35,000 locals, this charming destination is a great place to consider for anyone yearning to connect with a new apartment in Washington state.
Why live in Puyallup, WA?
Known for its welcoming spirit and cozy charm, Puyallup apartments truly meld larger city amenities with small town ambiance. With the job markets of Seattle and Tacoma just a short drive away, and an impressive array of local eateries, shopping and nightlife options at your fingertips, this west coast hot spot is an in-demand zip code for good reason.
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Puyallup, WA
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Puyallup Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Puyallup?
The cheapest apartment in Puyallup is Sunset Gardens which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Puyallup costs $2,998.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Puyallup?
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 9 regular apartments in Puyallup 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 Puyallup?
Cheap apartments in Puyallup have an average cost of $179 which is $2,819 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Puyallup.
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