
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Thornton, WA from $300 (46 Rentals)
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Timberline on the Green

NORTHWOOD MANOR

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12 Columbia St

710 NE Oak St

Garden Manor Apartments

OUTLOOK

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The Empire

800 W 1st St
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Boulder Apartments

119 L St

Barrington Place Apartments

Cougar Ridge Apartments

Rock Springs Apartments

100 Washington St

Parkview Apartments

WillowWood Village

Latah Apartments
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REANEY PARK

Eagle Point

Talsman Apartments

Salnave Glen Apartments

The Crimson Meadows

The Landing at Palouse Hills

1409-1425 2nd Street Studio

Cedar Ridge

309 NW Cleveland St
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The Flats at Terre View

Cheney Park Commons

520 NE Maple St

3106 E 27th Ave

3102 E 27th Ave

Park Point 200

2424 University Place

13221 E 31st Ct

910 NE C St
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508 N Walker St

3914 S Regal St

9322 Cheney Spokane Rd

1551 N Polk St

308 Vine St

1645 NE Merman Dr

2407 S University Rd

14407 E Elder Rd

30 F St
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225 SE Spring St
Thornton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thornton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Studio Apartments | $946 | $665 | $1,175 |
| Thornton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,072 | $600 | $1,744 |
| Thornton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $537 | $1,934 |
| Thornton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,060 | $310 | $2,533 |
| Thornton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,063 | $379 | $2,684 |
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Cheapest Available Thornton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thornton, WA is a 4 Beds unit found at Timberline on the Green priced from $379. Coug Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thornton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberline on the Green | 4BR/2BA | 4BR,2BA | $379 |
| Coug Housing | Oak Street - 5X2 | 5BR,2BA | $499 |
| 12 Columbia St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| NORTHWOOD MANOR | Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,2BA | $617 |
| 710 NE Oak St | Studio Apartments | Studio,1BA | $665 |
| Garden Manor Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| OUTLOOK | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Boulder Creek Apartments | Entire Unit | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
| The Empire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 800 W 1st St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thornton, WA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thornton area is the $0.37 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Cougar Crest Apartments in the starting from $460. The second greatest value Thornton apartment is the 2bed/1.5 Bath Model at REANEY PARK starting at $1,298 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Thornton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cougar Crest Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.37 |
| REANEY PARK | 2bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Courtyard Heights | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| NORTHWOOD MANOR | Three Bedroom One Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| The Benjamin Lofts | 3 BD / 3 BA - COMPACT | 3BR,3BA | $0.76 |
| Garden Manor Apartments | 2 BR Flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| The Grove at Cheney - Historical Access | 2BR/2BA - Upgraded | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| The Grove at Pullman | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Timberline on the Green | 2BR/2BA - Suite | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| OUTLOOK | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thornton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thornton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thornton is at 710 NE Oak St listed at $665.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thornton Apartment is $600 at 12 Columbia St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thornton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thornton is starting from $599 at Coug Housing.
What is the most affordable Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thornton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Timberline on the Green and starts from $494.
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