
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Park Neighborhood of University Place, WA from $500 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Meadow Park area of University Place.


5021 59th Ave Ct W

Hiddenvale

Sunset Ridge Apartments

Valley View

Park Place

5720 62nd St W

Boardwalk at University Place
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5017 S Orchard St

The Rigney

Fairway Heights Apartments

Fairway View

Bergerson Terrace

Meadow Park Garden Court

Park West

Grand Ridge
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Sundance Apartments

Trellis on Orchard

Cheyenne Place

7619 Douglas St W

Park Green Apartments

6617 S Monroe St

Stonegate Apartments

Viridian Grove
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6701 S Monroe St

Merrill Creek

7834 Custer Rd W, Unit 7836, Unit 7836

Orchard Heights Apartments

Oak Trace Apartments

Manitou Park

Meadows Apartments

Villaire Apartments
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Scenic Pines Apartments

The Meadowlark

Mullen Cove Apartments
Meadow Park, University Place, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadow Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Park Studio Apartments | $1,625 | $1,625 | $1,625 |
| Meadow Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,225 | $2,500 |
| Meadow Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,495 | $2,750 |
| Meadow Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $1,655 | $3,431 |
| Meadow Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,976 | $1,976 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Meadow Park Neighborhood of University Place, WA.
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Cheapest Available Meadow Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadow Park area of University Place, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sundance Apartments priced from $1,225. Scenic Pines Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,293. Here are the most affordable Meadow Park apartments for rent in University Place, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Scenic Pines Apartments | Eastern Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,293 |
| Hiddenvale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Sunset Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Trellis on Orchard | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Valley View | Wapato | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Meadowlark | The Meadowlark - 7721... | 1BR,1BA | $1,505 |
| Park Green Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Boardwalk at University Place | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,560 |
| Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Park, WA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadow Park area is the $2.02 price per square foot Nisqually Model at Valley View in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $2,245. The second greatest value Meadow Park apartment is the 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT Model at Mullen Cove Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadow Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View | Nisqually | 3BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Viridian Grove | The Cedar | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Park Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Stonegate Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Park Green Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Trellis on Orchard | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Sunset Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Hiddenvale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meadow Park?
The cheapest apartment in Meadow Park is Sundance Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Meadow Park costs $2,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meadow Park?
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 3 regular apartments in Meadow Park 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 Meadow Park?
Cheap apartments in Meadow Park have an average cost of $1,193 which is $1,357 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meadow Park.
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