Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zenith Neighborhood of Des Moines, WA from $900 (21 Rentals)

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Seaview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seaview Apartments

22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198

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Harbor Gate Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Gate Apartments

2465 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Bentley
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Bentley

609 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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The BLVD
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The BLVD

2136 S 272nd StKent, WA 98032
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Zenith, Des Moines, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Zenith Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Zenith area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Chelsea By the Bay priced from $1,295. The Drexel Des Moines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Zenith apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chelsea By the BayStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
The Drexel Des Moines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Avana Star LakeA21BR,1BA$1,296
Bayview Meadows1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,500
Silverwood Park201 1X1 T -LG1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zenith, WA

As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zenith area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 in the in the Woodmont neighborhood starting from $2,036. The second greatest value Zenith apartment is the 2x2_1026 Model at Brookside Village starting at $2,150 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Woodmont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zenith apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Skyview 33222x22BR,2BA$1.82
Brookside Village2x2_10262BR,2BA$2.10
24431 27th Ave S, Unit 324431 27th Ave S2BR,1BA$2.21
Sea Fox Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$2.19
Silverwood Park201 1X1 T -LG1BR,1BA$2.11
Creekwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
The Drexel Des Moines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.90
2709 S 256th Pl, Unit B2709 S 256th Pl1BR,1BA$2.06
Spinnaker Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Avana Star LakeA11BR,1BA$2.34

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Des Moines. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Zenith Neighborhood in Des Moines, WA

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zenith Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Zenith?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Zenith is at Chelsea By the Bay listed at $1,295.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Zenith Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zenith Apartment is $1,295 at The Drexel Des Moines.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Zenith Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Zenith is starting from $1,645 at Dimension Des Moines Apartments II.

What is the most affordable Zenith Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Zenith Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arbors of Des Moines and starts from $2,895.

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