
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Crest Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Emerald Crest area of Renton.


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Emerald Crest, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Crest Studio Apartments | $1,911 | $1,145 | $2,928 |
| Emerald Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $1,353 | $3,314 |
| Emerald Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,495 | $3,910 |
| Emerald Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,660 | $1,968 | $3,492 |
| Emerald Crest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $2,434 | $5,437 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Emerald Crest Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available Emerald Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Crest area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Riviera Apartments priced from $1,180. Constellation has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,429. Here are the most affordable Emerald Crest apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $1,429 |
| The Becket | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,477 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,479 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Crest, WA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerald Crest area is the $1.57 price per square foot 4BR/3.5BA Model at Heart of Renton! Amazing 4 bed, 3.5 bath Renton townhome in a desirable location! Easy self showi... in the in the Carriage Wood neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Emerald Crest apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno Model at Honey Creek starting at $2,600 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Kennydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of Renton! Amazing 4 bed, 3.5 bath Renton townhome in a desirable location! Easy self showi... | 4BR/3.5BA | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.57 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| Forestview | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| The Ardenport | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Fairwood Pond | Plan 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| RENTON SAGE | 2x1 Current Renovation | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Stonebrook | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Windsor | Cambridge 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Becket | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmerald Crest, Renton, WA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Crest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Emerald Crest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Emerald Crest is under $1,612.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerald Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Emerald Crest is Riviera Apartments which is listed at $1,355, while the average apartment in Emerald Crest costs $18,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emerald Crest?
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 60 regular apartments in Emerald Crest 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 Emerald Crest?
Cheap apartments in Emerald Crest have an average cost of $786 which is $17,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emerald Crest.
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