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8323 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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12511 69th AveSeattle, WA 98178
2719 S 125th St
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11844 26th Ave SSeattle, WA 98168
4219 S Othello St
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6901 Martin Luther King Jr Way SSeattle, WA 98118
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3803 S Warsaw StSeattle, WA 98118
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13445 Martin Luther King Jr WaySeattle, WA 98178
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6940 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Rainier Beach, Seattle, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainier Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainier Beach Studio Apartments | $1,556 | $1,009 | $2,507 |
| Rainier Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,115 | $5,241 |
| Rainier Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,400 | $3,498 |
| Rainier Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,889 | $3,536 |
| Rainier Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rainier Beach, WA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rainier Beach, 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 Rainier Beach Apartments for rent:
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Cheapest Available Rainier Beach Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainier Beach area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Ethiopian Village priced from $1,009. Whisperwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Rainier Beach apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethiopian Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| Whisperwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Koz at Othello Station | Type B | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Cubix at Othello Apartments | Studio S1.A | Studio,1BA | $1,328 |
| Willow Crossing | Open 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier Beach, WA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainier Beach area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Taylor Creek Apartments in the in the Duwamish neighborhood starting from $1,785. The second greatest value Rainier Beach apartment is the A1 Model at Sunset View starting at $1,575 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Foster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainier Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Sunset View | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Whisperwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.71 |
| Welcome to Hillview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Via Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Creston Point | Chinook | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Mountainview Apartments | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 8306 Wabash Ave S, Unit 8306 | 8306 Wabash Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Esperanza - Affordable Senior Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Rainier Beach Neighborhood in Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainier Beach Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rainier Beach?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rainier Beach is under $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rainier Beach?
The cheapest apartment in Rainier Beach is Ethiopian Village which is listed at $1,159, while the average apartment in Rainier Beach costs $2,161.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rainier Beach?
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 1,943 regular apartments in Rainier Beach 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 Rainier Beach?
Cheap apartments in Rainier Beach have an average cost of $1,192 which is $969 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rainier Beach.
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