Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverview Federal Way Neighborhood of Kent, WA from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Seaview Apartments
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Seaview Apartments

22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Hidden Harbor House
Studio Apartments

The Hidden Harbor House

1625 S Kent Des Moines RdDes Moines, WA 98198
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Abbey Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Abbey Ridge

3035 S 204th StSeatac, 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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Riverview Federal Way, Kent, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Riverview Federal Way Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverview Federal Way area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living priced from $899. Webster Court Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Riverview Federal Way apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable LivingS1Studio,1BA$899
Webster Court Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,099
Chelsea By the BayStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
The Drexel Des Moines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Silverwood Park201 ST BStudio,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverview Federal Way, WA

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverview Federal Way area is the $1.89 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Arbor Chase in the in the West Hill North neighborhood starting from $2,245. The second greatest value Riverview Federal Way 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 Riverview Federal Way apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arbor Chase3x23BR,2BA$1.89
Majestic BayTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.81
Skyview 33222x22BR,2BA$1.85
24431 27th Ave S, Unit 324431 27th Ave S2BR,1BA$1.98
ReNew on JamesIris2BR,2BA$2.27
Grandview ApartmentsKirby1BR,1BA$2.04
Waterview Crossing ApartmentsParkside1BR,1BA$1.72
Brookstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
The Drexel Des Moines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.90
Avana West Hill1 Bed, 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverview Federal Way, Kent, WA

Ranked #4

Among neighborhoods in Kent, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Washington, including Kent. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Riverview Federal Way Neighborhood in Kent, WA

Walk Score®

17 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverview Federal Way Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Riverview Federal Way?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverview Federal Way is under $1,400.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverview Federal Way?

The cheapest apartment in Riverview Federal Way is Reserve at SeaTac Senior Affordable Living which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Riverview Federal Way costs $3,849.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverview Federal Way?

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 60 regular apartments in Riverview Federal Way 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 Riverview Federal Way?

Cheap apartments in Riverview Federal Way have an average cost of $454 which is $3,395 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverview Federal Way.

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