
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Renton, WA from $700 (96 Rentals)
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Riviera Apartments

Liberty Square

334 Wells Ave S, Unit 318

Divine Suites at Downtown Renton

Summerhill Apartments

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922 S 3rd St, Unit 8, Unit 8

Hilltop in the Highlands

Maplewood Park

Heritage Grove
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Metropolitan Collection Apartments

Constellation

Grammercy

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540 Williams Ave N, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Renton Sage Apartments

Highland Palms

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The Becket

brighton-ridge

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The Berkshire

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Parker Landing
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Crown Pointe

Sunset View

114 NW 3rd Pl

3030 NE 10th St, Unit 202

The Ardenport

Heritage Hills

Astra

Honey Creek

Cascadia at Fairwood Landing

Regency Woods
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Arbour Apartments

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Sunset Oaks

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Sky Lanai Apartments

2625 NE 9th Pl

Halo 11 Townhomes

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The Hampton

Highland Ridge

Metropolitan Place Apartments

475 Houser Way S

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Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Renton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Renton Studio Apartments | $1,696 | $1,099 | $2,638 |
| Cheap Renton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $1,000 | $3,585 |
| Cheap Renton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,269 | $1,310 | $5,570 |
| Cheap Renton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $1,766 | $8,430 |
| Cheap Renton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,989 | $4,850 |
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Renton, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Renton, WA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Renton, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Renton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highbury Park | $2,795 | $1,000 | 208 |
| Maplewood | $2,963 | $1,200 | 326 |
| East Renton Highlands | $2,968 | $1,499 | 104 |
Cheapest Available Renton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Renton, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living in the Spring Glen neighborhood priced from $1,000. Riviera Apartments in the Maplewood Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Renton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Liberty Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,289 |
| Divine Suites at Downtown Renton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+) | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,333 |
| Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Kentwood Apartments | 1x2C | 2BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Summerwalk Villa | 1 Bedroom - 3rd Floor w/ Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Summerhill Apartments | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Renton, WA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Renton area is the $1.89 price per square foot Indigo Springs Model at Indigo Springs in the in the Carriage Wood neighborhood starting from $2,327. The second greatest value Renton apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1030 sq ft) Model at Alaire Apartment Homes starting at $1,956 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Spring Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Renton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indigo Springs | Indigo Springs | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| Alaire Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1030 sq ft) | 2BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 400 Taylor Ave NW | 400 Taylor Ave NW | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| La Vista Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Avaya at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 540 Williams Ave N, Unit 3 | 540 Williams Ave N | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Renton, WA
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Renton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Renton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Renton is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Renton?
The cheapest apartment in Renton is Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Renton costs $2,908.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Renton?
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 183 regular apartments in Renton 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 Renton?
Cheap apartments in Renton have an average cost of $359 which is $2,549 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Renton.
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