
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rainier, WA from $1,200 (41 Rentals)
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The Timbers Apartments

Hawks Prairie Apartments

Lacey Park Apartments

Carpenter Crest

Copper Trail

Lakeview Village

Wilderness West Apartments
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The Marq on Martin Apartments

Silver Leaf Residences - A 55+ Community

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Callen

The Madison

Ridgeline Apartments

Firwood Grove

Tustin Apartment Homes

Martingale Apartments
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Ward Lake Apartments

Abbey Rowe Apartments

Trailside

Tahoma Terrace Apartments

Pacific Place Apartments

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Wyndstone Apartments

Sunset Gardens

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Smyth
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The Vicara Apartments & Townhomes

Chambers Crest

Crescent Point

The Lodge

Parkview Apartments

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The Dakota

Emerald Greens

Tanglewood Apartments
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2633 Wilderness Dr SE

Meadowscape

5307 Rehklau Rd SE

Regency Apartments

335 Dennis St SE

9734 62nd Ave SE

15308-15310 Berry Valley Rd SE

11925 Hillcrest Dr SE
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Nisqually Landing Apartments
Rainier, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainier?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier Studio Apartments | $1,570 | $1,400 | $1,655 |
| Rainier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $1,300 | $2,510 |
| Rainier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,431 | $2,766 |
| Rainier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $1,685 | $3,600 |
| Rainier 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $3,045 | $3,299 |
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Cheapest Available Rainier Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rainier, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Capitol Club Apartments in the Lexington neighborhood priced from $1,300. The Timbers Apartments in the Avonlea neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,315. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rainier apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Club Apartments | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Timbers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Hawks Prairie Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Lacey Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Carpenter Crest | 1X1 - 563 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Copper Trail | Two Bedroom Two Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| Meadowscape | Studio - A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,496 |
| Lakeview Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Smyth | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,533 |
| The Marq on Martin Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,555 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier, WA and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainier area is the $1.61 price per square foot Townhome Model at Copper Leaf Residences in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Rainier apartment is the 3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage Model at Chambers Reserve Townhomes starting at $2,495 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Avonlea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainier apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Leaf Residences | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.61 |
| Chambers Reserve Townhomes | 3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage | 3BR,3BA | $1.57 |
| Wyndstone Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Abbey Rowe Apartments | Tate | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Copper Trail | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Wilderness West Apartments | 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Pacific Place Apartments | one bedroom w/ den | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Regency Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Madison | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Capitol City Apartments | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainier Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rainier?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rainier is at Lacey Park Apartments listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Apartment is $1,300 at Capitol Club Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rainier Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rainier is starting from $1,431 at Copper Trail.
What is the most affordable Rainier Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rainier Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Copper Trail and starts from $1,685.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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