
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Neighborhood of Spokane, WA from $600 (28 Rentals)
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521 S Greene St, Unit C

Railhead Apartments

514 E 10th Ave

East 12 Rockwood Apartments

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The Academy

Boxcar Apartments
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2714 E 1st Ave

Arthur Court

2009 E Desmet Ave

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2502 E Hartson Ave, Unit 2

1022 E 12th Ave

2522-2526 E Sinto Ave
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29 E 6th Ave

29 E 6th Ave

Stonecrest Apartments

Canterbury Court

Mission Apartments

411 E Sinto Ave

217 E Sinto Ave
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1812 E Mallon Ave

MP105 - 8 S. Magnolia St

Loma Vista Apartments

912 N Helena St

226-230 E 7th Ave

817 E 8th Ave

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 | $1,349 | $1,156 | $1,530 |
| East Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $900 | $3,000 |
| East Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $955 | $2,507 |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,877 | $919 | $2,695 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,769 | $909 | $2,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 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 |
| The Academy | Mission | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Boxcar Apartments | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,156 |
| 226-230 E 7th Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Arthur Court | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Stonecrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (Large) | 2BR,2BA | $1,450 |
| Manito 6 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, WA
As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $2.09 price per square foot 1+Month Stay - Fully Furnished 1 bd 1 bt Model at Ruby Suites in the in the Riverside neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Manito 6 starting at $1,995 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Panorama Place 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Suites | 1+Month Stay - Fully Furnished 1 bd 1 bt | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Manito 6 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Matilda | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Stonecrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath (Large) | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 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 |
| University Area Housing - Collegewood Place | Railhead 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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3.0Pet 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 $1,995.
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 $1,468.
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 32 regular apartments in East Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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