Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downriver Neighborhood of Spokane, WA from $600 (63 Rentals)

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$1,075 - $1,350
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Broadmoor

2136 W Riverside AveSpokane, WA 99201
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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1504 W Dean Ave

SpokaneWA99201

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2003 W 1st Ave
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2003 W 1st Ave

2003 W 1st AveSpokane, WA 99201

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Buena Vista Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Buena Vista Apartments

5 S Cedar StSpokane, WA 99201
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Evergreen Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Apartments

2103 W Riverside AveSpokane, WA 99201
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Highline Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highline Lofts

1170-1184 W Summit PkySpokane, WA 99201
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The Mark on Monroe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mark on Monroe

1006 W Mansfield AveSpokane, WA 99205

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Downriver, Spokane, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downriver Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downriver area of Spokane, WA is a Studio unit found at The Dresden priced from $875. Ridpath Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Downriver apartments for rent in Spokane, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The DresdenStudioStudio,1BA$875
Ridpath Club ApartmentsStudio-Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$895
Riverfront AnnexRiverfront AnnexStudio,1BA$950
Sunset House Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Fisher's Landing at Redband1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
BroadmoorStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
North Hill MillenniumStudioStudio,1BA$1,090
The MarjorieColumbia1BR,1BA$1,100
Cedar Forest Estates2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,110
Randolph ArmsConstitution - Classic1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downriver, WA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downriver area is the $1.27 price per square foot 1916 W Riverside Ave Model at 1916 W Riverside Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Panorama Place neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downriver apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Crystal House starting at $1,500 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the West Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downriver apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1916 W Riverside Ave, Unit 31916 W Riverside Ave2BR,1BA$1.27
Crystal House3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.07
Sunset House Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Copper River2x2 A2BR,2BA$1.35
Cedar Forest Estates2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.23
The Michael Building Downtown Luxury1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.88
Montvale LoftsApartment1BR,1BA$1.90
The Residence at River Run1x11BR,1BA$1.93
Fisher's Landing at Redband1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46
The DresdenStudioStudio ,1BA$1.68

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Downriver, Spokane, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downriver, Spokane, and the greater Spokane area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downriver Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downriver?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downriver is under $1,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downriver?

The cheapest apartment in Downriver is Ridpath Club Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Downriver costs $1,775.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downriver?

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 7 regular apartments in Downriver 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 Downriver?

Cheap apartments in Downriver have an average cost of $324 which is $1,451 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downriver.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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