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Riviera Apartments
2205 Maple Valley HwyRenton, WA 98057
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Washington Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Watershed Renton
615 S Williams AveRenton, WA 98057
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Crown Pointe
3788 NE 4th StRenton, WA 98056
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Divine Suites
334 Wells Ave SRenton, WA 98057
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918 Glennwood Ave NE
918 Glennwood Ave NERenton, WA 98056
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South Lake Washington, Renton, WA Local Guide
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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 | $1,648 | $1,195 | $2,147 |
| South Lake Washington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,384 | $3,416 |
| South Lake Washington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,342 | $1,460 | $4,550 |
| South Lake Washington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,901 | $5,278 |
| South Lake Washington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,009 | $2,387 | $6,800 |
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There are currently 24 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 Riviera Apartments priced from $1,175. Greentree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable South Lake Washington apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Cedar River Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake Washington, WA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Lake Washington area is the $1.78 price per square foot 445 Smithers Ave S Model at 445 Smithers Ave S, Unit 1 in the in the Northeast Spring Glen neighborhood starting from $2,140. The second greatest value South Lake Washington apartment is the 361 Earlington Ave SW Model at 361 Earlington Ave SW starting at $2,295 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Talbot Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 445 Smithers Ave S, Unit 1 | 445 Smithers Ave S | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 361 Earlington Ave SW | 361 Earlington Ave SW | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Fulton Apartments | Two Bedroom 1044 with Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Peak 88 | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 617 SW 3rd Pl, Unit A | 617 SW 3rd Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Cedar River Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Lake Washington Neighborhood in Renton, WA
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lake Washington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lake Washington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lake Washington is at Riviera Apartments listed at $1,175.
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 $1,325 at Cedar River Court Apartments.
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 $1,636 at Greentree.
What is the most affordable South Lake Washington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Lake Washington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creston Point and starts from $2,161.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.