
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Renton Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Renton area of Renton.


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South Renton, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Renton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Renton Studio Apartments | $1,628 | $1,210 | $1,998 |
| South Renton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,050 | $2,624 |
| South Renton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,380 | $3,937 |
| South Renton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $1,716 | $4,440 |
| South Renton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,840 | $1,939 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Renton Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Renton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Renton area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Liberty Square priced from $1,289. Divine Suites at Downtown Renton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable South Renton apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,289 |
| Divine Suites at Downtown Renton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Metropolitan Collection Apartments | Studio-Revo | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| Revo 225 Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| Metropolitan Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Renton, WA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Renton area is the $2.34 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1217 sq ft) Model at Alaire Apartment Homes in the in the Spring Glen neighborhood starting from $2,844. The second greatest value South Renton apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Second and Main starting at $2,150 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Renton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaire Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1217 sq ft) | 3BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Second and Main | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Revo 225 Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Foundry on Fifth | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| The Berkshire | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Metropolitan Collection Apartments | Studio-Metropolitan | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Metropolitan Place Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
| Reserve at Renton - 55+ Active Senior Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Divine Suites at Downtown Renton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
| Liberty Square | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Renton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Renton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Renton is under $2,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Renton?
The cheapest apartment in South Renton is Liberty Square which is listed at $1,560, while the average apartment in South Renton costs $2,651.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Renton?
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 61 regular apartments in South Renton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Renton?
Cheap apartments in South Renton have an average cost of $732 which is $1,919 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Renton.
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