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

Astra

Highland Palms

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Houser Terrace

Brighton Ridge

Halo 11 Townhomes
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Halo 11 Townhomes

907 Harrington Ave

3100 NE 13th St

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1504-1509 Kirkland Ave NE

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Harrington Square

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The Highlander

906 Glennwood Ave NE

652-662 Sunset Bl. N.E.
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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 | $1,919 | $1,050 | $2,276 |
| Sunset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $1,595 | $3,937 |
| Sunset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,968 | $1,968 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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 Houser Terrace priced from $1,050. Brighton Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,537. Here are the most affordable Sunset apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,537 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Harrington Square | Sloan | 1BR,1BA | $1,959 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,994 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, WA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset area is the $2.08 price per square foot Plan B2 Model at Hilltop in the Highlands in the in the Highlands Park neighborhood starting from $1,994. The second greatest value Sunset apartment is the Cabernet Model at Solera Apartments starting at $2,176 with a $3.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Solera Apartments | Cabernet | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Sunset Terrace | B9 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Harrington Square | Olympus | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset is Houser Terrace which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Sunset costs $2,091.
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 3 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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