
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (36 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lakeview area of Renton.


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211 Park Ave N

Griffis Lake Washington

The Berkshire

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Lakeview, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Studio Apartments | $1,524 | $900 | $1,790 |
| Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,000 | $2,682 |
| Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,395 | $4,629 |
| Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,766 | $10,000+ |
| Lakeview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,989 | $1,989 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakeview Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available Lakeview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living priced from $900. Riviera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | S1 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Creston Point | Snoqualmie | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Divine Suites at Downtown Renton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,333 |
| Watershed Renton | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,391 |
| Hill Crest Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath small | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| Lake Washington Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,408 |
| Griffis Lake Washington | Alder | Studio,1BA | $1,447 |
| Mar Vista Apartments | one bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, WA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $2.25 price per square foot Portsmith Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,329. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Springbrook Reserve starting at $2,190 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Allentown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Portsmith | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Springbrook Reserve | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (A) | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Hillview Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.94 |
| Wellsforth Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Mar Vista Apartments | one bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Watershed Renton | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Hill Crest Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath small | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLakeview, Renton, WA
Ranked #14
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Lakeview Neighborhood in Renton, WA
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeview is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeview is Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Lakeview costs $8,033.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeview?
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 169 regular apartments in Lakeview 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 Lakeview?
Cheap apartments in Lakeview have an average cost of $1,121 which is $6,912 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeview.
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