
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Union Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Union area of Renton.


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Maplewood Park

Constellation

Highland Palms

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Crown Pointe

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Heritage Grove

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Astra

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Brighton Ridge

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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 | $1,801 | $1,145 | $2,923 |
| South Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $1,375 | $3,494 |
| South Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $1,455 | $3,856 |
| South Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $1,968 | $4,286 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Union Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Union Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Union area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Riviera Apartments priced from $1,180. Maplewood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable South Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Apartments | Studio Layout 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $1,433 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Union, WA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Union area is the $2.44 price per square foot Spinnaker Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,112. The second greatest value South Union apartment is the 2x2 with Den A Premium Model at Echo Mountain starting at $2,373 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Orillia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Union apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Spinnaker | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Echo Mountain | 2x2 with Den A Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Harrington Square | Reflection | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Forestview | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Windsor | Cambridge 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Union, Renton, WA
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Union, Renton, WA
Maplewood Heights Elementary School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including South Union, Renton, and the greater Seattle area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Union?
The cheapest apartment in South Union is Riviera Apartments which is listed at $1,355, while the average apartment in South Union costs $3,113.
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 73 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 $1,000 which is $2,113 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Union.
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