
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarwood Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,300 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Briarwood area of Renton.


Maplewood Park

Cascadia at Fairwood Landing

Crown Pointe

The Renton Sage Apartments

Hilltop in the Highlands
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Highland Palms

17536 149th Ave SE, Unit O6

Pebble Cove

The Windsor

The Ardenport

The Preserve at Cedar River
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4310 NE 5th Ct

4300 NE Sunset Blvd, Unit L2

Honey Creek

Fairwood Pond

The Wayne Apartments

17527 149th Ave SE
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Windlass

4231 NE 5th St

Sunset East & Highlands

Valley Springs

11325 162nd Ave SE
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13811 SE Fairwood Blvd

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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 | $1,749 | $1,399 | $2,140 |
| Briarwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $1,423 | $2,443 |
| Briarwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,407 | $3,027 |
| Briarwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $2,650 | $3,691 |
| Briarwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,972 | $2,997 | $8,947 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 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 Studio unit found at Maplewood Park priced from $1,399. Cascadia at Fairwood Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,407. Here are the most affordable Briarwood apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Cascadia at Fairwood Landing | Fairwood | 2BR,2BA | $1,407 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,482 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Honey Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,619 |
| Fairwood Pond | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| The Windsor | Cambridge 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Pebble Cove | 1x1PR | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Forestview | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarwood, WA
As of June 11, 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 B2 Model at Hilltop in the Highlands starting at $1,964 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Highlands Park 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 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| The Ardenport | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Cascadia at Fairwood Landing | Fairwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Fairwood Pond | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Windsor | Cambridge 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBriarwood, Renton, WA
Ranked #44
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 a cheap apartment in Briarwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Briarwood is under $1,899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Briarwood?
The cheapest apartment in Briarwood is The Renton Sage Apartments which is listed at $1,482, while the average apartment in Briarwood costs $5,972.
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 30 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 $365 which is $5,607 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Briarwood.
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