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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA

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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Des Moines, WA. 140 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,300

  • a building with a car parked in front of it
    Today

    29404 Pacific Hwy S., FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003-4151
    STUDIO $1,220
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,820
  • the entryway to a building with blue lockers and a staircase
    Today

    24620 Russell Road, Kent, WA 98032
    STUDIO $1,295+
    1 BED $1,400+
    2 BEDS $1,630+

Apartments Under $1,400

  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    1610 West James Place, Kent, WA 98032
    STUDIO $1,374
    1 BED $1,599
    2 BEDS $1,825
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a large window
    Today

    25907 27Th Place South, Kent, WA 98032
    1 BED $1,390+
    2 BEDS $1,930+

Apartments Under $1,500

  • a living room with three black chairs and a television
    Today

    15300 33RD AVENUE SOUTH, SEATAC, WA 98188
    STUDIO $1,402
    1 BED $1,495
    2 BEDS $1,933
  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    Today

    625 West Meeker Street, Kent, WA 98032
    1 BED $1,403
    2 BEDS $1,676
  • the living room and dining room of an apartment with white walls and carpet
    Today

    3200 S 176Th St, Seatac, WA 98188
    1 BED $1,450
    2 BEDS $1,725
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
    Today

    149 S 140Th St, Burien, WA 98168
    1 BED $1,492
    2 BEDS $1,780
    3 BEDS $2,064

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Apartments Under $1,600

  • a dining room table and living room with a fireplace
    Today

    22804 90Th Way South, Kent, WA 98031
    1 BED $1,500+
    2 BEDS $1,900+
    3 BEDS $2,400+
  • a living room with a couch and a television
    Today

    1024 Central Avenue N., Kent, WA 98032
    1 BED $1,530+
    2 BEDS $1,607+
    3 BEDS $2,797+
  • a rendering of a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
    Today

    1823 Kent Des Moines Rd, Des Moines, WA 98198
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $1,545
    2 BEDS $1,950
  • a sign that reads up to one month free on select homes
    Today

    21428 International Blvd., Seatac, WA 98198
    STUDIO $1,569
    1 BED $1,807+
    2 BEDS $2,220+

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  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
    Today

    455 S 156Th St, Burien, WA 98148
    1 BED $1,591+
    2 BEDS $2,070
    3 BEDS $2,540
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  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a fireplace
    Today

    3351 S. 175Th Street, Seatac, WA 98188
    STUDIO $1,606+
    1 BED $1,702+
    2 BEDS $2,154+
  • a living room and kitchen with a table and chairs
    Today

    15805 40Th Pl S, Tukwila, WA 98188
    1 BED $1,619+
    2 BEDS $1,999
  • a rendering of a living room with couches and a fireplace
    Today

    21800 Pacific Highway S, Des Moines, WA 98198
    1 BED $1,640
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS $2,471
  • a living room with a couch and a fireplace
    Today

    3231 S 204Th Street, Seatac, WA 98198
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,830
    3 BEDS $2,350

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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and appliances and a washer and dryer in it
    Today

    23407 16Th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,855
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  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
    Today

    2445 S 222Nd Street, Des Moines, WA 98198
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,895
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    3726 South 180Th Street, Seatac, WA 98188
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,920+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a fireplace
    Today

    15421 Des Moines Memorial Dr, Burien, WA 98148
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,010+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    3900 Veterans Drive, Kent, WA 98032
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Getting around in Des Moines, WA

24 /100
Car-Dependent
49 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 24, Bike Score®: 49

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Des Moines, WA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,895 and $2,471.

How many cheap rentals are available in Des Moines, WA on RentCafe?

There are 14 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Des Moines, WA were last updated on 22 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Des Moines, WA?

The average Des Moines, WA cheap apartment size is 782 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Des Moines, WA?

Cheap apartments in Des Moines, WA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Des Moines, WA?

A cheap apartment in Des Moines, WA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Des Moines, WA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Des Moines, WA has never been easier. We feature 140 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Des Moines, WA average. What is a cheap rent in Des Moines, WA? The average apartment rent in Des Moines is $1,784 per month so any rental south of $1,427 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Des Moines, WA rents go as low as $899/mo.

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