Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ranier View Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $500 (51 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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8360 Wabash Ave S, Unit B
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8360 Wabash Ave S, Unit B

8360 Wabash Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Eden Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Apartments

8401 Rainier Pl SSeattle, WA 98118

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Flourish on Rainier
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Flourish on Rainier

7930 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Skyway Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Skyway Apartments

11660 Renton Ave SSeattle, WA 98178
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Paradise Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Paradise Court

4532 S Henderson StSeattle, WA 98118
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Colony Surf
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colony Surf

9551 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Mar Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mar Vista Apartments

9215 56th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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The Samara
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Samara

3434 144th StSeattle, WA 98168
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Alaire Apartment Homes
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$1,777 - $3,251
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Alaire Apartment Homes

510 Stevens Ave SWRenton, WA 98057
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Woodridge Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Park

12400 28th Ave SBurien, WA 98168
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Taylor West Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Taylor West Apartments

401 Taylor Pl NWRenton, WA 98057
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Rencliffe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rencliffe Apartments

390 Taylor Ave NWRenton, WA 98057
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Ranier View, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ranier View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ranier View area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Ethiopian Village priced from $1,009. Flourish on Rainier has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here are the most affordable Ranier View apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ethiopian VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,009
Flourish on RainierStudio 50 Percent AMIStudio,1BA$1,205
Cambridge Park VillaSpruce1BR,1BA$1,329
Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments1 Bdrm 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,350
The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+)Standard 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,380
GreentreeStudioStudio,1BA$1,396
Park Hill1 Bed 1 Bath E1BR,1BA$1,420
Whisperwood Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,450
Creston PointSnoqualmie1BR,1BA$1,540

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ranier View, WA

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ranier View area is the $1.96 price per square foot 5306 S Fletcher St Model at 5306 S Fletcher St, Unit Davies Apartment in the in the Dunlap neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Ranier View apartment is the 400 Taylor Ave NW Model at 400 Taylor Ave NW starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Kennydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ranier View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5306 S Fletcher St, Unit Davies Apartment5306 S Fletcher St1BR,1BA$1.96
400 Taylor Ave NW400 Taylor Ave NW2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Cambridge Park VillaCottonwood2BR,1BA$2.17
Taylor Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.09
Foster CommonsB12BR,1BA$2.20
Sunset ViewA11BR,1BA$1.99
11636 59th Ave S, Unit 211636 59th Ave S2BR,1BA$2.13
Skyway Park - 7041 S 116th PlUnit 2062BR,1BA$2.09
Park Hill1 Bed 1 Bath E1BR,1BA$1.97
Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments1 Bdrm 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.01

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

Cut down on your commute! Discover Seattle's top neighborhoods to rent near major employers like Amazon, Meta, and Fred Hutchinson. Find your ideal work-life balance in the Emerald City.

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ranier View Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Ranier View?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ranier View is under $1,540.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ranier View?

The cheapest apartment in Ranier View is Ethiopian Village which is listed at $1,158, while the average apartment in Ranier View costs $2,223.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ranier View?

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 78 regular apartments in Ranier View 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 Ranier View?

Cheap apartments in Ranier View have an average cost of $1,191 which is $1,032 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ranier View.

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