
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Neighborhood of Renton, WA from $700 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset area of Renton.


Hilltop in the Highlands

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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 | $1,967 | $1,495 | $2,230 |
| Sunset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,340 | $1,495 | $3,360 |
| Sunset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,055 | $1,968 | $4,236 |
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There are currently 24 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 Heritage Grove priced from $1,595. Brighton Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,607. Here are the most affordable Sunset apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,607 |
| Harrington Square | Sloan | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Sunset Terrace | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset, WA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset area is the $2.84 price per square foot Rosé Model at Solera Apartments in the in the Highlands Park neighborhood starting from $3,360. The second greatest value Sunset apartment is the Plan 2B Model at Brighton Ridge starting at $1,907 with a $2.01 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 | Rosé | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.84 |
| Brighton Ridge | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Peak 88 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Harrington Square | Sloan | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Sunset Terrace | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset is Heritage Grove which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Sunset costs $3,149.
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 45 regular apartments in Sunset 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 Sunset?
Cheap apartments in Sunset have an average cost of $1,968 which is $1,181 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset.
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