
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Crest Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Emerald Crest area of Renton.


Riviera Apartments

5305 NE 11th Ct

Maplewood Park

10837 SE 172nd St, Unit Kelsey Court 8D room #1

Crown Pointe

The Renton Sage Apartments

Constellation

Stonebrook
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Hilltop in the Highlands

Highland Palms

17536 149th Ave SE, Unit O6

Brighton Ridge

Astra

Grammercy

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The Becket

1013-1033 Kirkland Ave NE

The Ardenport
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17419 119th Ln SE

Cascadia at Fairwood Landing

Pebble Cove

The Windsor

Benson Downs

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The Hampton

Highland Ridge

11002 SE Petrovitsky Rd

1150 Sunset Blvd NE

Honey Creek
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Royal Hills Apartments

3233 NE 12th St

Harrington Square

Sunset Terrace

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Fairwood Pond

Windlass

Halo 11 Townhomes

17527 149th Ave SE
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Forestview

2511 NE 4th St
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 | $1,455 | $1,250 | $2,140 |
| Emerald Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $1,423 | $2,425 |
| Emerald Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $1,595 | $3,937 |
| Emerald Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $1,968 | $4,440 |
| Emerald Crest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,794 | $2,434 | $8,947 |
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There are currently 47 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 $1,145. Maplewood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. 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 | $1,145 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,482 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Stonebrook | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,573 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Honey Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,623 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,659 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Crest, WA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald Crest area is the $1.52 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 $2,995. The second greatest value Emerald Crest apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno Model at Honey Creek starting at $2,450 with a $2.31 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 | $1.52 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| The Ardenport | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Stonebrook | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Fairwood Pond | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmerald Crest, Renton, WA
Ranked #35
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $1,659.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerald Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Emerald Crest is The Renton Sage Apartments which is listed at $1,482, while the average apartment in Emerald Crest costs $11,566.
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 35 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 $542 which is $11,024 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emerald Crest.
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