Cheap Apartments for Rent in Puyallup, WA from $800 (22 Rentals)

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9806 158th St E
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9806 158th St E

9806 158th St EPuyallup, WA 98375
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Evergreen Meadows
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Meadows

12111-12115 122nd St EPuyallup, WA 98374
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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1655-1755 11th AveMilton, WA 98354
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Whitworth Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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1612 Valley Ave ESumner, WA 98390
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Puyallup, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Puyallup, WA

Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Puyallup, WA area range in price from $720 to $8,736 with an overall median price of $3,020. The three Puyallup neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are SouthRidge at Silver Creek at $1,189, Summit Puyallup at $1,100, and Outlying Puyallup at $720. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Puyallup Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
SouthRidge at Silver Creek$2,431$1,18941
Summit Puyallup$2,795$1,10051
Outlying Puyallup$3,249$720360
South Hill$3,279$1,27871
Downtown Puyallup$3,349$1,18987

Cheapest Available Puyallup Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Puyallup, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Glenbrooke in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood priced from $1,278. Terrace on Meridian in the SouthRidge at Silver Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,338. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Puyallup apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Glenbrooke2X1 TAX CREDIT 50percent2BR,1BA$1,278
Terrace on MeridianTwo Bedroom One Bath Income Restricted2BR,1BA$1,338
Canyon Park Apartments1x1 Standard1BR,1BA$1,440
Willow Hill Apartments1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,450
Meridian Firs ApartmentsOne Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,515

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Puyallup, WA

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Puyallup area is the $1.77 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Lipoma Firs Townhomes in the in the Autumn Woods neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Puyallup apartment is the 2 X 1.5 Model at Deerfield West Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Puyallup apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lipoma Firs TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.77
Deerfield West Apartments2 X 1.52BR,1.5BA$1.48
Keystone Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.79
12012 114th Ave E, Unit 212012 114th Ave E2BR,1BA$1.77
Canyon Ridge Apartment2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.77
The Edge Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.95
Edgewood Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.93
Crossroads at Meridian ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.93
Glenbrooke2X1 TAX CREDIT 60percent2BR,1BA$1.84
Terrace on MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99

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Puyallup Overview

Drawing its namesake from the Native American term for 'the generous people', Puyallup is a wonderful slice of Northwest scenery, ideally located midway between Seattle and Tacoma. Home to just over 35,000 locals, this charming destination is a great place to consider for anyone yearning to connect with a new apartment in Washington state.

Why live in Puyallup, WA?

Known for its welcoming spirit and cozy charm, Puyallup apartments truly meld larger city amenities with small town ambiance. With the job markets of Seattle and Tacoma just a short drive away, and an impressive array of local eateries, shopping and nightlife options at your fingertips, this west coast hot spot is an in-demand zip code for good reason.

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Puyallup, WA

Ranked #25

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 Puyallup, WA

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Puyallup Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Puyallup?

The cheapest apartment in Puyallup is Terrace on Meridian which is listed at $1,395, while the average apartment in Puyallup costs $3,020.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Puyallup?

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 27 regular apartments in Puyallup 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 Puyallup?

Cheap apartments in Puyallup have an average cost of $149 which is $2,871 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Puyallup.

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