
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tukwila South Neighborhood of Tukwila, WA from $400 (35 Rentals)
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Mariblu at Southcenter 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Heights by Vintage

Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living

Astral Apartments

Viewpoint Apartment

Shannon South

Sky View Park Villa
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Bayview Meadows Apartments

Airmark

Landing at Angle Lake

Amelia at Angle Lake

Majestic Bay

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Views at Angle Lake

4220 S 164th St

Avion Apartments

3110 S 216th St, Unit D1

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Skyview 3322

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Carriage House
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Pine Ridge

Windsor Heights

Sky Harbor Terrace

Abbey Ridge

The Drexel Des Moines

Belvedere at Apen Heights

21640 30th Ave S

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Brookstone Apartments

4010 S 211th Pl
Tukwila South, Tukwila, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tukwila South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tukwila South Studio Apartments | $1,695 | $899 | $1,998 |
| Tukwila South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $431 | $2,684 |
| Tukwila South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $677 | $3,811 |
| Tukwila South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $2,249 | $3,409 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tukwila South Neighborhood of Tukwila, WA.
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Cheapest Available Tukwila South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tukwila South area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heights by Vintage priced from $431. Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Tukwila South apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights by Vintage | 1x1 B | 1BR,1BA | $431 |
| Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | S2 | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Pine Ridge | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Rent Restricted at 40% HERA | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Astral Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Shannon South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Sky View Park Villa | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Airmark | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tukwila South, WA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tukwila South area is the $1.84 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the North Central neighborhood starting from $2,064. The second greatest value Tukwila South apartment is the 2x1 Model at Heights by Vintage starting at $677 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Central Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tukwila South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Heights by Vintage | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Madronas Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Landing at Angle Lake | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Shannon South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Sky View Park Villa | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Astral Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Sky Garden Park Villa | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Reserve at SeaTac 55+ Active Senior Living | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tukwila South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tukwila South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tukwila South is under $1,540.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tukwila South?
The cheapest apartment in Tukwila South is Heights by Vintage which is listed at $431, while the average apartment in Tukwila South costs $2,829.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tukwila South?
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 42 regular apartments in Tukwila South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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