
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Union Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $1,595 (17 Rentals)


Highland Palms

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The Berkshire

Constellation

3030 NE 10th St, Unit 202
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Sunset Oaks

1301 S Puget Dr
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Halo 11 Townhomes

2511 NE 4th St
South Union, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Union?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Union Studio Apartments | $1,609 | $1,210 | $1,959 |
| South Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,050 | $2,663 |
South Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,595 | $3,937 |
| South Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $1,968 | $4,154 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Union, Renton, WA
Ranked #38
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Union, Renton, WA
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Union Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Union?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Union is under $1,659.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Union?
The cheapest apartment in South Union is Highland Palms which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in South Union costs $2,853.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Union?
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 35 regular apartments in South Union 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 Union?
Cheap apartments in South Union have an average cost of $239 which is $2,614 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Union.
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