
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Washington Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (26 Rentals)
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Riviera Apartments

334 Wells Ave S

334 Wells Ave S

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Maplewood Park

Divine Suites at Downtown Renton
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South Lake Washington, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lake Washington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lake Washington Studio Apartments | $1,733 | $1,640 | $1,850 |
| South Lake Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,840 | $2,610 |
| South Lake Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $2,335 | $3,115 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lake Washington Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Lake Washington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lake Washington area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living priced from $850. Riviera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable South Lake Washington apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | S1 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Creston Point | Snoqualmie | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,333 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Plum Tree Park | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,471 |
| Divine Suites at Downtown Renton | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake Washington, WA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lake Washington area is the $2.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Springbrook Reserve in the in the Allentown neighborhood starting from $2,190. The second greatest value South Lake Washington apartment is the Reflection Model at Harrington Square starting at $2,285 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lake Washington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springbrook Reserve | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Harrington Square | Reflection | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Wellsforth Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Cambridge Park Villa | Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Lake Washington, Renton, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lake Washington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Washington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Washington Apartment is $950 at Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lake Washington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lake Washington is starting from $1,494 at Creston Point.
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