Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainier Beach Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $500 (11 Rentals)

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Eden Apartments
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Eden Apartments

8401 Rainier Pl SSeattle, WA 98118
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Ethiopian Village

8323 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Rainier Beach, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 Eden Apartments priced from $500. PARK HILL/GREENTREE APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Rainier Beach apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eden Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$500
PARK HILL/GREENTREE APARTMENTSGreentree StudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Whisperwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Creston PointSnoqualmie1BR,1BA$1,323
Cubix at Othello ApartmentsStudio S1.AStudio,1BA$1,328

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainier Beach, WA

As of February 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainier Beach area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Whisperwood Apartments in the in the White Center neighborhood starting from $2,281. The second greatest value Rainier Beach apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1243 sq ft) Model at Alaire Apartment Homes starting at $2,429 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainier Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whisperwood Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$1.72
Alaire Apartment HomesThree Bedroom, Two Bathroom (1243 sq ft)3BR,2BA$1.95
Mar Vista ApartmentsTwo bed2BR,1BA$1.88
Sunset ViewA11BR,1BA$1.90
Foster Creek1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$2.29
Admirals Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.05
Welcome to Hillview ApartmentsHome at Hillview1BR,1BA$2.13
Creston PointChinook1BR,1BA$2.01
Mountainview Apartments1-bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
PARK HILL/GREENTREE APARTMENTSGreentree 1x11BR,1BA$2.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rainier Beach, Seattle, WA

Ranked #79

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainier Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rainier Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rainier Beach is at Eden Apartments listed at $500.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainier Beach Apartment is $1,115 at PARK HILL/GREENTREE APARTMENTS.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rainier Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rainier Beach is starting from $1,400 at PARK HILL/GREENTREE APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable Rainier Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rainier Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Creston Point and starts from $1,704.

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