
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Trail Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,100 (27 Rentals)
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River Trail, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Trail?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trail Studio Apartments | $1,848 | $1,150 | $2,587 |
| River Trail 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,650 | $4,082 |
| River Trail 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $2,061 | $6,455 |
| River Trail 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,920 | $2,368 | $4,885 |
| River Trail 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,584 | $5,584 | $5,584 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the River Trail Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available River Trail Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Trail area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Vision 5 Apartments priced from $1,150. 162TEN has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable River Trail apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vision 5 Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 162TEN | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Polaris at Together Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,616 |
| Quiet Family-Friendly Living In Downtown Redmond | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Knoll Redmond | Affirmed | Studio,1BA | $1,674 |
| Radiate | S03 | Studio,1BA | $1,755 |
| Riverpark Apartments | S2 ARCH Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| Shadowbrook | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,787 |
| Edge Apartments | A31 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Everlight | S02 | Studio,1BA | $1,814 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Trail, WA
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Trail area is the $2.54 price per square foot 2 Bed - 2 Bath Model at Samara Redmond in the in the Downtown Redmond neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value River Trail apartment is the 2x2.5 Model at Johnson Place Townhouse starting at $2,400 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Downtown Redmond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Trail apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samara Redmond | 2 Bed - 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Johnson Place Townhouse | 2x2.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| Aria | Open 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Redmond Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 95th Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Delano | Thistle | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Melrose on 91 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Redmond Square | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 9200 Redmond Place | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| Quiet Family-Friendly Living In Downtown Redmond | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Trail, Seattle, WA
Ranked #44
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Trail Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in River Trail?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River Trail is under $1,814.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Trail?
The cheapest apartment in River Trail is Quiet Family-Friendly Living In Downtown Redmond which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in River Trail costs $5,584.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Trail?
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 2 regular apartments in River Trail 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 River Trail?
Cheap apartments in River Trail have an average cost of $592 which is $4,992 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River Trail.
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