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May Creek, Renton, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in May Creek?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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May Creek Studio Apartments | $1,723 | $1,406 | $2,025 |
May Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $1,469 | $3,878 |
May Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,709 | $4,550 |
May Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $1,968 | $4,430 |
May Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,060 | $5,060 | $5,060 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the May Creek Neighborhood of Renton, WA.
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Cheapest Available May Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the May Creek area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Maplewood Park priced from $1,406. Crown Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,492. Here are the most affordable May Creek apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maplewood Park | STDO | Studio,1BA | $1,406 |
Crown Pointe | Plan A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,492 |
Notch | Glade F1 | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in May Creek, WA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the May Creek area is the $2.59 price per square foot Spinnaker Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,307. The second greatest value May Creek apartment is the Madeira Model at Solera Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for May Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bella Vista | Spinnaker | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
Solera Apartments | Madeira | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
Newport Crossing | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
RENTON SAGE APARTMENTS | 2x1 Current Renovation | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Highland Palms | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Castle Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Hilltop in the Highlands | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMay Creek, Renton, WA
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Getting Around the May Creek Neighborhood in Renton, WA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
9 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 May Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in May Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in May Creek is under $1,763.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in May Creek?
The cheapest apartment in May Creek is Crown Pointe which is listed at $1,492, while the average apartment in May Creek costs $5,060.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in May Creek?
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 3 regular apartments in May Creek 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 May Creek?
Cheap apartments in May Creek have an average cost of $800 which is $4,260 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in May Creek.
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