
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Union Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $725 (44 Rentals)
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Houser Terrace

Riviera Apartments

Maplewood Park

1425 S Puget Dr

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The Berkshire

Brighton Ridge

The Renton Sage Apartments
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Crown Pointe

Constellation

Hilltop in the Highlands

Highland Palms

Heritage Hills

Astra

Regency Woods

3030 NE 10th St, Unit 202
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The Preserve at Cedar River

15150 140th Way SE, Unit R101

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The Hampton

2020 Grant Ave S

2517 NE 4th St

Breezy West
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Royal Hills Apartments

Highland Ridge

1150 NE Sunset Blvd

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Sunset Terrace

Harrington Square

Bristol at Southport

Highland Ridge
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Windlass Apartments

Pinnacle on Lake Washington

901 Sunset Blvd NE
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 | $1,603 | $1,250 | $2,184 |
| South Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,050 | $2,844 |
| South Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,595 | $4,441 |
| South Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,107 | $1,968 | $4,497 |
| South Union 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 44 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 $1,145. Maplewood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,379. 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 | $1,145 |
| Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,379 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,437 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,482 |
| Crown Pointe | Plan A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,501 |
| Constellation | Vela | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,564 |
| The Berkshire | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,593 |
| Breezy West | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Union, WA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Union area is the $2.35 price per square foot 2x2 Model at The Preserve at Cedar River in the in the Maplewood Heights neighborhood starting from $2,554. The second greatest value South Union apartment is the CEDAR Model at Valley Springs starting at $2,295 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Maplewood Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Cedar River | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Valley Springs | CEDAR | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Windlass Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Highland Ridge | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Forestview | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Breezy West | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Union?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Union is at Riviera Apartments listed at $1,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Union Apartment is $1,355 at Riviera Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Union is starting from $1,595 at Highland Palms.
What is the most affordable South Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Windsor and starts from $2,342.
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