
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA from $500 (79 Rentals)
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Cottonwood

Webster Court Senior Apartments

10125 SE 235th Pl, Unit # C306

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Kentbrook Apartments

Pines at Canyon Station

Irwin Park

Ovation at Meeker 55+ Senior Apartments

26404 104th Ave SE
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Radcliffe Place Senior Living

2709 S 256th Pl

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Indigo Springs

Village Green Apartments

Crestview West

26902 169th Pl SE

Chelsea By the Bay

Silverwood Park

Sea Fox Apartments

Avana Star Lake

Auburn Landing Apartments

The Hanover Apartment Homes

STATION BY VINTAGE

North Hill Apartments

Avaya at Town Center

Airmark Apartments
Kent, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kent?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Kent Studio Apartments | $1,636 | $1,215 | $2,279 |
Cheap Kent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,095 | $5,901 |
Cheap Kent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $999 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Kent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $1,850 | $8,005 |
Cheap Kent 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $2,090 | $5,060 |
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Kent, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kent, WA
Pricing Updated: 04/09/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Federal Way | $3,131 | $564 | 728 |
Cheapest Available Kent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kent, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Covington Place in the Outlying Issaquah neighborhood priced from $999. Webster Court Senior Apartments in the Riverview Federal Way neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kent apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Covington Place | Meridian | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Webster Court Senior Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Crestview West | Studio 1 Bath S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,253 |
Kentbrook Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Chelsea By the Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Silverwood Park | 201 ST B | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
Sea Fox Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kent, WA
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kent area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at 2 Bed 1.5 bath Large Townhome With Garage in the in the East Auburn neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Kent apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Majestic Bay starting at $2,150 with a $1.81 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2 Bed 1.5 bath Large Townhome With Garage | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
Majestic Bay | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
Arden Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
108 Kensington Ave S, Unit 7 | 108 Kensington Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
STATION BY VINTAGE | 2X2 B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Avaya at Town Center | 1_Bed_1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Sky View Park Villa | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
10125 SE 235th Pl, Unit # C306 | 10125 SE 235th Pl | 1BR,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 LifestyleKent, WA
Ranked #7
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
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 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 $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kent?
The cheapest apartment in Kent is Webster Court Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,099, 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 101 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 $725 which is $2,406 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kent.
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