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The Emerald City's Secrets: A 30-Year Local's Guide to Renting in Seattle

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Renton, WA Local Guide

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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Renton Overview

Located on the shores of the mighty Lake Washington and a mere ten miles from the national hub of Seattle, Renton is a wonderful destination that combines the rural life Washington state is known for with the ease of access to large city amenities. Truly the best of both worlds, this charming haven is a gem of the great northwest.

What is the history of Renton?

Officially incorporated as a city in 1901, Renton quickly grew to prominence due to its timber trade and eventual home of Boeing Airplanes. Opening its first large shopping mall in the late 1960s, Renton has since amassed an impressive assortment of national chain stores and various industry, including the first IKEA store in the entire Northwest.

How is the weather in Renton?

As with its sister city of Seattle, residents of apartments in Renton can assume a larger-than-average amount of rainfall throughout the year. Summers tend to be very pleasant, with temps hovering close to 80, and the winters rarely accumulate significant snowfall.

How do I get around town?

King County Metro acts as the primary public transit option for Renton apartment residents, providing bus service to a number of patrons throughout the city. A majority of those living in Renton claim ownership of a personal vehicle, with large scale air travel available at the nearby Seattle Airport.

What is the Renton commute like?

A trio of major freeways zig-zag across the city, including I-405, I-5 and SR 167. Traffic tends to be light, especially compared to the occasional snarl of Seattle, and commuters can expect a fairly stress-free ride on most days.

What are the local media outlets?

Due to its close proximity, a majority of media servicing the Renton area comes from neighboring Seattle. 'The Stranger' is one of the most popular weekly alternative papers in the entire nation, while the 'Seattle Times' offers daily print takes on the issues of the day. ABC broadcast affiliate KOMO beams into households nightly, as do KCTS (PBS) and KING (NBC). Radio in the Renton apartment area is eclectic and widespread, ranging from contemporary rock to easy listening. Classic rock is also in high supply, fitting of a city that was once the home of Jimi Hendrix.

Why live in Renton, WA?

With its easy access to the larger job market of Seattle, Renton apartments boast the charming ambiance of a smaller hamlet all the while offering the amenities and opportunities of a much bigger city. Game enthusiasts will undoubtedly know the city as ground zero for the company Wizards of the Coast, and nature fans will find much to celebrate with Renton's assortment of wooded walking and biking trails.

What Renton landmarks should I see?

The Cedar River Library is a jaw-dropping design achievement, stretching over eighty feet above the water and housing thousands of periodicals. The Seattle Seahawks training camp is located just outside of downtown, and the Kubota Garden is an amazing floral mecca that draws plant enthusiasts from all over the state.

What is there to do around Renton?

Get your skate on with a family outing to Castle Ice, one of te largest indoor ice rinks in the state. Glazed Art offers tours and hands-on ceramic pottery workshops, making it a sure-fire hit with the craft set, and 8 Bit Arcade Bar combines classic token-fed video games with some of the city's best brewery options by the pint. With Seattle less than a dozen miles away, a huge array of nightclubs and world-famous eateries are at the disposal of Renton residents, as well as the oh-so-popular waterfront district, complete with flying fish and bountiful flower arrangements.

Any annual festivals or Renton events to know?

Renton River Days is far and away the largest gathering of its kind in the city, an annual event that combines food, live music and crafts. The Renton Multicultural Festival is held every September, featuring dance and art, while the Houser Music Festival is a relatively new urban-focused event that combines R&B acts with DJs and food trucks.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Cruise ships to Alaska depart from nearby Seattle almost daily, as do whale-seeing adventures that put you up-close-and-personal to both Killer Whales and Humpbacks. Canada lies even further north, or head south down the coast to a weekend of fun in Portland, Oregon. The options are seemingly limitless!

Where is the best place to move in Renton?

Apartments in Renton, WA can be found with ease in most neighborhoods throughout the city, including higher-end accommodations in the Brixtol district and a variety of housing catering to young, working-class professionals in the newly developed Landing District. Why wait another day? Discover your new Renton apartment now and start discovering all the area has to offer!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Renton

How much are Studio apartments in Renton?

There are currently 104 Studio Apartments in Renton with rent ranges from $900 to $3,038 with an average price of $1,755.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Renton Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Renton ranges from $950 to $3,363 with an average monthly rent of $1,908.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Renton cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Renton range from $1,310 to $4,496. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,252.

How expensive are Renton Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 77 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Renton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,766 to $6,830 - averaging $2,716 for the location.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. Whether you're new to Seattle or grew up here, the neighborhood where you live makes a huge difference while attending college.

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. We're blessed to live in Seattle, affectionately known as the Emerald City.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!