1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Renton, WA (223 Rentals)

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Arbour Apartments
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Arbour Apartments

2200-2202 NE 10th PlRenton, WA 98056
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Rencliffe Apartments
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Rencliffe Apartments

390 Taylor Ave NWRenton, WA 98057
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Renton, WA Local Guide

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Renton 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025

There are currently 201 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Renton, WA neighborhoods that range in price from $950 to $2,985. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Renton with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Highbury Park93$1,789$950
Maplewood90$1,789$1,375
East Renton Highlands18$1,714$1,503

Largest Available Renton 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Renton, WA is found at Griffis Lake Washington in the Highlands Park neighborhood and is 937 square feet priced from $2,394. The Preserve at Cedar River in the Maplewood Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 843 square feet and currently listed start at $2,180. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Renton:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Griffis Lake WashingtonOak937 Sq Ft$2,394
The Preserve at Cedar River1x1843 Sq Ft$2,180
Metropolitan Collection Apartments1x1 with Den-Burnett832 Sq Ft$2,069
Pinnacle on Lake WashingtonAntiqua828 Sq Ft$2,277
Sunset ViewA1828 Sq Ft$1,575
Harrington SquareBlanca821 Sq Ft$1,770
Chianti Apartments1x1 W/D816 Sq Ft$1,710
Greentree1 Bed 1 Bath B795 Sq Ft$1,431
Solera ApartmentsBordeaux696 Sq Ft$2,100

Cheapest Available Renton 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Renton, WA is the A2 Model starting from $950 at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living in the Spring Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Renton 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom - 3rd Floor w/ Fireplace Model at Summerwalk Villa starting at $1,295 in the Carriage Wood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Renton is currently $1,932. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Renton:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior LivingA2$950
Summerwalk Villa1 Bedroom - 3rd Floor w/ Fireplace$1,295
The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+)Standard 1 Bedroom$1,310
Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments1 Bdrm 1 Bath$1,350
Riviera Apartments1 Bedroom$1,355
Creston PointSnoqualmie$1,390
Newly remodeled 4-story Apartment Downtown1BR/1.0BA$1,395
Hill Crest Apartments1 bed 1 bath small$1,405
Greentree1 Bed 1 Bath B$1,431
Summerhill ApartmentsCedar$1,495

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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.

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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Renton, WA

Ranked #22

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Renton, WA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Renton Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Renton with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Renton is at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living listed at $950.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Renton Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Renton is $1,932.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Renton Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Renton is a 937 square feet unit starting from $2,394 at Griffis Lake Washington.

What is the average size for Renton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Renton is currently 661 sq ft.

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