
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Rainier, WA from $1,279 (43 Rentals)
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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 | $1,550 | $1,306 | $1,683 |
| Rainier 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,279 | $2,158 |
| Rainier 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $1,475 | $2,766 |
| Rainier 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $1,754 | $2,925 |
| Rainier 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $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 Studio unit found at Silver Leaf Residences 1 in the Wellington West neighborhood priced from $1,306. Capitol Club Apartments in the Lexington 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Leaf Residences 1 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
| Capitol Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| The Timbers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Lacey Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Hawks Prairie Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Carpenter Crest | 1X1 - 563 SQ. FT. | 1BR,1BA | $1,420 |
| Martingale Apartments | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,502 |
| Copper Trail | Spruce A | 2BR,1BA | $1,514 |
| The Marq on Martin | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
| Ridgeline Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,558 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier, WA and Nearby
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rainier area is the $1.88 price per square foot Georgia Model at Ward Lake Apartments in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,345. The second greatest value Rainier apartment is the two bedroom Model at Pacific Place Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Lexington 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Lake Apartments | Georgia | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Pacific Place Apartments | two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Nisqually Landing Apartments | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Meadowscape | 2x2 - D1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Dakota | 2 Bed 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Copper Trail | Spruce A | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Chambers Crest | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| The Madison | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Wyndstone Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Hawks Prairie Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 Silver Leaf Residences 1 listed at $1,306.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Apartment is $1,315 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 $1,514 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 $1,754.
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