
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of Spokane, WA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Railhead Apartments

370 E 8th Ave

East 12 Rockwood Apartments

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The Academy

2310 E 1st Ave, Unit 6

637-639 S Ralph St

Stonecrest Apartments
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Boxcar Apartments

2521-2523 E Sharp Ave

514 E 10th Ave

1712 E Cataldo Ave

Arthur Court

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Ironside Apartments

Canterbury Court

Mission Apartments
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411 E Sinto Ave

217 E Sinto Ave

MP105 - 8 S. Magnolia St

912 N Helena St

Loma Vista Apartments

226-230 E 7th Ave

City Center Rentals

8th & Cowley
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East Central, Spokane, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Studio Apartments | $1,264 | $1,156 | $1,375 |
| East Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $900 | $3,000 |
| East Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $955 | $2,595 |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $919 | $2,802 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,127 | $909 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Neighborhood of Spokane, WA.
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Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of Spokane, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at 411 E Sinto Ave priced from $850. University Area Housing - Collegewood Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Spokane, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 411 E Sinto Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| University Area Housing - Collegewood Place | Collegewood 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 217 E Sinto Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| East 12 Rockwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Railhead Apartments | Railhead 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, WA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.51 price per square foot Model 1 Model at 5th & Conklin Townhomes in the in the Latah Valley neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the C1 Model at 940 North starting at $919 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th & Conklin Townhomes | Model 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
| 940 North | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Scott Street Apartments I | 2 BR / 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 226-230 E 7th Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Arthur Court | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 217 E Sinto Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| East 12 Rockwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 411 E Sinto Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Railhead Apartments | Railhead 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| University Area Housing - Collegewood Place | Railhead 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Central, Spokane, WA
Ranked #43
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Central is under $1,340.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central?
The cheapest apartment in East Central is 411 E Sinto Ave which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in East Central costs $4,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central?
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 33 regular apartments in East Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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