
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (23 Rentals)
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Hilltop in the Highlands

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Highland Palms

Brighton Ridge

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907 Harrington Ave

2801 NE 12th St

1504-1509 Kirkland Ave NE

Cambridge Apartments

3100 NE 13th St

Sunset Terrace

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The Highlander

906 Glennwood Ave NE

Houser Terrace
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652-662 Sunset Bl. N.E.

Highlands Ridge Apartments
Sunset, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,451 | $2,280 |
| Sunset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $1,650 | $3,457 |
| Sunset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $1,968 | $4,356 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hilltop in the Highlands priced from $1,451. Heritage Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Sunset apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,451 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,607 |
| Peak 88 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, WA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset area is the $3.04 price per square foot Zinfandel Model at Solera Apartments in the in the Highlands Park neighborhood starting from $4,356. The second greatest value Sunset apartment is the Reflection Model at Harrington Square starting at $2,475 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solera Apartments | Zinfandel | 3BR,3BA | $3.04 |
| Harrington Square | Reflection | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Peak 88 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Sunset Terrace | B1-ALT | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset is Hilltop in the Highlands which is listed at $1,451, while the average apartment in Sunset costs $4,356.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset?
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 30 regular apartments in Sunset that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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