
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarwood Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Briarwood area of Renton.


The Renton Sage Apartments

Crown Pointe

Highland Palms

Hilltop in the Highlands

The Ardenport

Honey Creek
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Cascadia at Fairwood Landing

14600 SE 176th St

The Windsor

Pebble Cove

4300 NE Sunset Blvd, Unit A5, Unit A5

The Preserve at Cedar River

Fairwood Pond
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Forestview

Windlass

Sunset East & Highlands

Valley Springs

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18523 131st Ave SE
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Briarwood, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarwood Studio Apartments | $1,801 | $1,434 | $2,352 |
| Briarwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,545 | $2,630 |
| Briarwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,675 | $3,314 |
| Briarwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,944 | $2,699 | $3,174 |
| Briarwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,963 | $2,963 | $2,963 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Briarwood Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available Briarwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarwood area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Renton Sage Apartments priced from $1,545. Crown Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,574. Here are the most affordable Briarwood apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,591 |
| Maplewood Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, WA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarwood area is the $2.31 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno Model at Honey Creek in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Briarwood apartment is the Plan 2B Model at Forestview starting at $2,247 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Kennydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Forestview | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Fairwood Pond | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Ardenport | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Cascadia at Fairwood Landing | Cascade | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Maplewood Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBriarwood, Renton, WA
Ranked #51
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Briarwood, Renton, WA
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Briarwood?
The cheapest apartment in Briarwood is The Renton Sage Apartments which is listed at $1,545, while the average apartment in Briarwood costs $2,964.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Briarwood?
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 36 regular apartments in Briarwood 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 Briarwood?
Cheap apartments in Briarwood have an average cost of $451 which is $2,513 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Briarwood.
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