
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the May Creek Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (37 Rentals)
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The Renton Sage Apartments

Highland Palms

Astra

Griffis Lake Washington

3030 NE 10th St, Unit 202

Karbon

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1129 N 33rd Plz

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Bella Vista

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Sunset Oaks

4, 2625 ne 9th Pl

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Halo 11 Townhomes

Sunset Terrace
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Windlass

Bristol at Southport

Pinnacle on Lake Washington

Sunset East & Highlands

1808 Harrington Ave NE

Newport Crossing

8711 S 114th St, Unit 1A

8711 S 114th St
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Castle Creek

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Newport Manor Apartments

7041 S 116th Pl

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Lakeview at Newcastle
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May Creek, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in May Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| May Creek Studio Apartments | $1,868 | $1,689 | $2,125 |
| May Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $1,050 | $3,760 |
| May Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,676 | $1,595 | $3,937 |
| May Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $1,968 | $4,785 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the May Creek Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available May Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the May Creek area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Houser Terrace priced from $1,050. The Renton Sage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,482. Here are the most affordable May Creek apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,482 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Griffis Lake Washington | Alder | Studio,1BA | $1,689 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Sunset Terrace | B1-ALT | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Avalon Newcastle Commons | S6_546 | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,961 |
| Bristol at Southport | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in May Creek, WA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the May Creek area is the $2.22 price per square foot Fairwinds Flat - Standard Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $2,556. The second greatest value May Creek apartment is the 2x2 Model at Lakeview at Newcastle starting at $2,474 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Kennydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for May Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Fairwinds Flat - Standard | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Lakeview at Newcastle | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMay Creek, Renton, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap May Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in May Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in May Creek is at Griffis Lake Washington listed at $1,689.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom May Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom May Creek Apartment is $1,050 at Houser Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom May Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in May Creek is starting from $1,595 at Highland Palms.
What is the most affordable May Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap May Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bella Vista and starts from $2,638.
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