Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplewood Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,500 (3 Rentals)

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Maplewood, Renton, WA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, WA

As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Maplewood area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2x1 Model at The Preserve at Cedar River in the in the Maplewood Heights neighborhood starting from $2,672. The second greatest value Maplewood apartment is the One Bedroom 787 Model at The Fulton Apartments starting at $1,945 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maplewood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Preserve at Cedar River2x12BR,1BA$2.76
The Fulton ApartmentsOne Bedroom 7871BR,1BA$2.47
Reserve at Renton - Senior Affordable LivingA11BR,1BA$2.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maplewood Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Maplewood?

The cheapest apartment in Maplewood is Reserve at Renton - Senior Affordable Living which is listed at $1,621, while the average apartment in Maplewood costs $3,281.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Maplewood?

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 21 regular apartments in Maplewood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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