
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thorndyke Neighborhood of Tukwila, WA from $1,100 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Thorndyke area of Tukwila.


The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+)

Avana at South Station

Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments

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North Hill

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Thorndyke, Tukwila, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thorndyke?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorndyke Studio Apartments | $1,668 | $1,230 | $2,159 |
| Thorndyke 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,290 | $3,003 |
| Thorndyke 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,310 | $4,373 |
| Thorndyke 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,360 | $1,766 | $6,830 |
| Thorndyke 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,989 | $1,989 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thorndyke Neighborhood of Tukwila, WA.
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Cheapest Available Thorndyke Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thorndyke area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Polaris at SeaTac priced from $1,230. Veranda Green Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable Thorndyke apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris at SeaTac | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
| Veranda Green Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
| The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+) | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,333 |
| Avana at South Station | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Adara at SeaTac | A7 MFTE | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Whisperwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,431 |
| North Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thorndyke, WA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Thorndyke area is the $1.75 price per square foot 13051 40th Ave S Model at 13051 40th Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Evansville neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Thorndyke apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Springbrook Reserve starting at $2,190 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Allentown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thorndyke apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13051 40th Ave S, Unit 2 | 13051 40th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Springbrook Reserve | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Park Hill | 2 Bed 1 Bath D | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| La Vista Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Seasons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Whisperwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Sky View Park Villa | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Creston Point | Snoqualmie | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Sunnydale | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Tukwila Village Senior Living Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThorndyke, Tukwila, WA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Thorndyke Neighborhood in Tukwila, WA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thorndyke Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Thorndyke?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Thorndyke is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Thorndyke?
The cheapest apartment in Thorndyke is Creston Point which is listed at $1,190, while the average apartment in Thorndyke costs $2,144.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Thorndyke?
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 93 regular apartments in Thorndyke 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 Thorndyke?
Cheap apartments in Thorndyke have an average cost of $811 which is $1,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thorndyke.
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