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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainier Beach Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $500 (19 Rentals)
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7536 Renton Ave S
SeattleWA98118
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$1,100 - $2,386Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Nichols Court
7544 Martin Luther King Jr Way SSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,125 - $1,1751 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Skyway Apartments
11660 Renton Ave SSeattle, WA 98178
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$1,190 - $2,3391 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Creston Point
13445 Martin Luther King Jr WaySeattle, WA 98178
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$1,240 - $2,331Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Polaris at Rainier Beach
9400 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,2501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
8306 Wabash Ave S, Unit 8306
8306 Wabash Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,251 - $2,690Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Station At Othello Park
4219 S Othello StSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,2901 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 23, 2026
4219 S Othello St
4219 S Othello StSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,230 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Veranda Green Apartments
11301 26th Ave SBurien, WA 98168
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Rainier Beach, Seattle, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainier Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier Beach Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $1,100 | $1,608 |
| Rainier Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,524 | $800 | $2,400 |
| Rainier Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,310 | $2,900 |
| Rainier Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,766 | $2,795 |
| Rainier Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,009 | $1,989 | $2,189 |
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Cheapest Available Rainier Beach Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainier Beach area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Nichols Court priced from $1,100. Skyway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Rainier Beach apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Skyway Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Cubix at Othello Apartments | Studio S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Samaki Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,168 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier Beach, WA
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainier Beach area is the $2.09 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Springbrook Reserve in the in the Allentown neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Rainier Beach apartment is the 2x1 Model at Whisperwood Apartments starting at $2,062 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Evansville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainier Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Springbrook Reserve | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Whisperwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Park Hill | 2 Bed 1 Bath D | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Mar Vista Apartments | one bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Hillview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Samaki Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+) | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRainier Beach, Seattle, WA
Ranked #67
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Rainier Beach Neighborhood in Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainier Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rainier Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rainier Beach is under $1,333.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rainier Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Rainier Beach is Skyway Apartments which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Rainier Beach costs $9,507.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rainier Beach?
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 112 regular apartments in Rainier Beach 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 Rainier Beach?
Cheap apartments in Rainier Beach have an average cost of $1,408 which is $8,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rainier Beach.
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