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Sun Vista Apartments
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Sun Vista Apartments

1255 Weiland StKent, WA 98030
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Sunrise Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Estates

23612 100th Ave SEKent, WA 98031

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108 Kensington Ave SKent, WA 98030
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The BLVD
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The BLVD

2136 S 272nd StKent, WA 98032
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Summerwalk Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerwalk Villa

22440 Benson Rd SEKent, WA 98031
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Vibe Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vibe Apartments

25220 109th Pl SEKent, WA 98030
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Kent, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA

Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kent, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kent Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Federal Way$3,131$564710

Cheapest Available Kent Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kent, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living in the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport neighborhood priced from $899. Covington Place in the Outlying Issaquah neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kent apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable LivingS1Studio,1BA$899
Covington PlaceMeridian2BR,1BA$999
Webster Court Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,099
The Seasons at Lea Hill VillageStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,204
Crestview WestStudio 1 Bath S2Studio,1BA$1,253
Redondo Heights I1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (S.S)1BR,1BA$1,275
Kentbrook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,285
Chelsea By the BayStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Modern Units for rent in Kent!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.49 price per square foot Redondo II Model at Waterview Crossing Apartments in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $1,871. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Townhome Model at Majestic Bay starting at $2,295 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Central Des Moines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kent apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Waterview Crossing ApartmentsRedondo II3BR,2BA$1.49
Majestic BayTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.85
Skyview 33222x22BR,2BA$1.87
Arden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.77
Arbor Chase2x12BR,1BA$1.81
Avaya at Town Center1_Bed_1Bath1BR,1BA$1.84
Sky View Park Villa1B/1B1BR,1BA$1.91
Mariposa1 Bed, 1 Bath (50% Income Restricted)1BR,1BA$1.82
Redondo Heights I1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom (S.S)1BR,1BA$1.78
10125 SE 235th Pl, Unit # C30610125 SE 235th Pl1BR,1BA$1.86

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Kent Overview

The city of Kent, WA has a rich history and major historic and modern landmarks. Generally, the weather is favorable for most time of the year, and the city hosts many annual festivals. With several major highways crossing through the city, the average commute time here is slightly higher compared to the US average. Nonetheless, the city is still one of the best places to look for your next apartment because of its booming economy and employment opportunities, numerous media outlets, and many attractions and vacation opportunities for the residents.

Why live in Kent, WA?

There are quite many reasons why you should live in Kent Apartments. To begin with, the city is in close proximity to Seattle and has a thriving economy, comprising over 4,500 businesses and 78,000 job opportunities. Additionally, the city has several nationally recognized recreation centers/parks and over 4,000 restaurants all within a 15-minute drive. Moreover, there are plenty of outdoor activities in Kent that you can engage in. These include the Lake Meridian Park, the Soos Creek Trail, the Interurban Trial, and many hiking trails.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Kent, WA

Ranked #7

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Kent, WA

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kent Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Kent?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kent is under $1,345.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kent?

The cheapest apartment in Kent is Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Kent costs $3,131.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kent?

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 83 regular apartments in Kent 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 Kent?

Cheap apartments in Kent have an average cost of $762 which is $2,369 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.

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