
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Auburn, WA from $800 (25 Rentals)
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Auburn, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,527 | $1,215 | $1,951 |
Cheap Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $999 | $3,961 |
Cheap Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,850 | $4,500 |
Cheap Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $2,040 | $3,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Auburn, WA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Auburn, WA area range in price from $976 to $13,292 with an overall median price of $2,390. The three Auburn neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Riverwalk at $1,300, Stuck at $1,300, and Lakeland at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Auburn Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Riverwalk | $1,999 | $1,300 | 457 |
Stuck | $1,999 | $1,300 | 359 |
Lakeland | $2,000 | $1,300 | 653 |
Southeast Auburn | $2,004 | $1,300 | 633 |
Berkshire Glen | $2,352 | $1,345 | 1414 |
East Auburn | $2,352 | $1,300 | 1551 |
Green Valley | $2,352 | $1,450 | 1113 |
Lea Hill | $2,352 | $999 | 1337 |
North Auburn | $2,352 | $999 | 1592 |
Plateau | $2,352 | $1,300 | 1520 |
Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Auburn, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments in the Lea Hill neighborhood priced from $999. The Reserve at Auburn in the Downtown Auburn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
The Reserve at Auburn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Webster Court Senior Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Fully Remodeled Great 2 bedroom apartment | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Haven | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,248 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, WA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $1.73 price per square foot 26730 138th Pl SE Model at 26730 138th Pl SE in the in the Outlying Issaquah neighborhood starting from $5,990. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the 28121 128th Ct SE Model at 28121 128th Ct SE starting at $3,500 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Lea Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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26730 138th Pl SE | 26730 138th Pl SE | 5BR,3.5BA | $1.73 |
28121 128th Ct SE | 28121 128th Ct SE | 4BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Stratford Arms | Ashford | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
2 Bed 1.5 bath Large Townhome With Garage | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
108 Kensington Ave S, Unit 7 | 108 Kensington Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Large Top floor 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Apartment i | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.72 |
Megan's Court Apartments | 2bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
The Arbors in Pacific | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
DT093 AWS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
The Reserve at Auburn | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Auburn Overview
The City of Auburn, which is the 15th largest city in Washington, provides a scenic place to live, as well as several notable amenities. The Green River and White River flow through parts of the city, offering picturesque views. Auburn is part of both Pierce and King County, and its location gives residents convenient access to major cities, including Tacoma and Seattle. Cultural, historical, and outdoor amenities offer plenty of places to explore throughout town.
Why live in Auburn, WA?
Auburn is a great place to move to for those looking for a quieter place to live thatÆs close to major cities for work or entertainment. This city has housing prices that are higher than the U.S. average, but there are also plenty of more affordable options. Whether looking for a small studio apartment or larger Auburn apartments with three or more bedrooms, the city has several to choose from.
Pet Friendly LifestyleAuburn, WA
Ranked #33
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Auburn, WA
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Getting Around Auburn, WA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Auburn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Auburn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Auburn is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Auburn is Auburn Court Senior Affordable Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Auburn costs $2,390.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auburn?
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 9,295 regular apartments in Auburn 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 Auburn?
Cheap apartments in Auburn have an average cost of $1,066 which is $1,324 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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