
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplewood Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,500 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Maplewood area of Renton.

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The Preserve at Cedar River
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Reserve at Renton - Senior Affordable Living
Maplewood, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maplewood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Maplewood Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $1,515 | $1,515 |
Maplewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $1,621 | $3,429 |
Maplewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,952 | $5,120 |
Maplewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,173 | $3,266 | $7,694 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Preserve at Cedar River | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
The Fulton Apartments | One Bedroom 787 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Reserve at Renton - Senior Affordable Living | A1 | 1BR,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.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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