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Chandlers Bay

Chandlers Bay

Kent, Washington, 98032

1 Bedroom$675 - $847

3 Bedrooms$1,127

2 Bedrooms$775 - $882

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Wandering Creek Apartments

Wandering Creek Apartments

Kent, Washington, 98031

1 Bedroom$725 - $800

3 Bedrooms$1,375 - $1,475

2 Bedrooms$850 - $925

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Kent Meadows Apartments

Kent Meadows Apartments

Kent, Washington, 98030

1 Bedroom$695 - $725

2 Bedrooms$890 - $930

Indigo Springs

Indigo Springs

Kent, Washington, 98031

2 BedroomsFrom $829

3 BedroomsFrom $1,029

1 BedroomFrom $749

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Kent apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Kent using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Kent has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Kent Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0007.4%7.6% -0.2%
    $10,000 to $14,9994.5%5.5% -1.0%
    $15,000 to $19,9995.6%5.6% +0.0%
    $20,000 to $24,9995.9%6.1% -0.2%
    $25,000 to $29,9996.3%6.2% +0.1%
    $30,000 to $34,9996.9%6.3% +0.6%
    $35,000 to $39,9996.4%6.0% +0.4%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.5%5.8% -0.3%
    $45,000 to $49,9996.1%5.3% +0.8%
    $50,000 to $59,99911.0%9.7% +1.3%
    $60,000 to $74,99912.9%11.7% +1.2%
    $75,000 to $99,99911.0%11.6% -0.6%
    $100,000 to $124,9995.2%5.7% -0.5%
    $125,000 to $149,9992.6%2.6% +0.0%
    $150,000 to $199,9991.8%2.1% -0.3%
    $200,000 or more0.9%2.2% -1.3%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%4.5%4.8% -0.3%
    10.0% to 14.9%10.6%10.3% +0.3%
    15.0% to 19.9%16.5%14.5% +2.0%
    20.0% to 24.9%16.1%13.9% +2.2%
    25.0% to 29.9%12.0%11.5% +0.5%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.7%8.3% +0.4%
    35.0% to 39.9%6.2%5.7% +0.5%
    40.0% to 49.9%6.8%7.2% -0.4%
    50.0% or more15.5%17.8% -2.3%
    Not computed3.1%5.9% -2.8%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years14.6%14.4% +0.2%
    25 to 34 years30.9%29.1% +1.8%
    35 to 44 years24.7%22.8% +1.9%
    45 to 54 years14.3%14.8% -0.5%
    55 to 64 years6.8%7.2% -0.4%
    65 to 74 years4.2%4.6% -0.4%
    75 to 84 years3.3%4.5% -1.2%
    85 years and over1.1%2.5% -1.4%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes29.2%35.4% -6.2%
    30 to 44 minutes27.6%24.8% +2.8%
    45 to 59 minutes17.0%13.3% +3.7%
    60 or more minutes26.1%26.5% -0.4%

Source: 2000 Census

Kent, Washington

The 79,000 people of Kent, Washington, have a beautiful view of Mt. Rainier and live in a city known for its sports. Once a farming and manufacturing community, the city is now a major suburb for Seattle and shipping for produce. While there is excellent mass transportation available into Seattle, Kent is not that walkable, and owning a car will be a consideration when searching for your Kent apartment.

Once known as ‘the lettuce capital of the world', Kent today is home to REI and Seattle Bicycle supply and a large number of shipping warehouses. The residental areas are are well separated, lovely and offer a fine lifestyle.

Kent Station

The city of Kent maintains over 60 parks and they encompass all types of outdoor recreation. You'll find plenty of trails for biking, hiking and running not to mention a number of high quality golf courses. Kent Station, which is the downtown area's transit stop, is also an area which is under huge renewal, and it is the focal point for the city.Shops, a weekly farmer's market and restaurants make it a key place for residents.

High on Asian

Because of its location on the Puget Sound, you'll find fantastic Asian style restaurants. Bai Tong gets high rankings for Thai food, and locals who travel to Thailand swear its better than what you get in Bangkok. You'll also find Indian, Vietnamese, Korean and Chinese in plentiful numbers with great foods. If you crave good old American diner food, then Sara's Coffee Shop or Maggie's on Meeker are the places to try. Remember to that with such great public transportation, it's possible to go up to Seattle for big nights out and not worry about driving.

Dart Bars

For nightlife, there's one place that does it all. Gonzo's is a sports bar, nightclub, and even a dart bar, and the patrons are friendly. It's located right next to Lake Meridien and a great place to meet new people. The Spectrum offers a good bar and pool and sometimes offers music too.

Your Kent, Washington, apartment will ultimately offer you a great lifestyle in a great town.

 

Average Apartment Rent in Kent, Washington

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
Studio $567 $582 $586 -3.2%
1 Bed $715 $715 $727 -1.7%
2 Bed $898 $884 $901 -0.3%
3 Bed $1,157 $1,174 $1,166 -0.8%

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Kent Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Kent have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kent apartment cost $727. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Kent apartment was $901 in August. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in August was $1,166. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Kent rentals listed below.

Featured Kent Apartments for Rent

  • Summer Walk Kent, WA 98031

    At Summer Walk, we strive to make your stay with us exceptional. From our warm, on-site management to our immaculate apartments, you will enjoy living at Summer Walk. Our beautifully landscaped community is situated in a wooded setting and only minutes to freeways, shopping and recreation. Stop by today and begin life at Summer Walk!

  • Alderbrook Apartments Kent, WA 98032

    Your new home offers a blend of charm and style with elegant interiors, ENERGY EFFICIENT lighting, fully equipped kitchen with newer appliances, oversized bathroom, and double pane windows with vertical blinds! Management pays for water/sewer/garbage. Now that's the best utility rate in town! Our community is located in Downtown Kent, just minutes from the newly built Downtown Kent Station, minutes from Hwy 167 & I5. You will absolutely fall in love with our location as we are dynamically situated around the corner from savvy shopping, fabulous restaurants, major freeways, bus-lines, and entertainment galore! We offer plentiful parking with reserved carports for a fee of $75/month if desired. Our community also features an outdoor pool, state of the art fitness center, indoor sauna, basketball court, playground and after-hour emergency maintenance, and on-site management. One bedroom one bath apartment homes come with energy efficent stackable washer/dryer. Our two bedroomm one baths and three bedroom two baths come with full size energy efficent washer dryer.

  • Pembrooke Apartments Kent, WA 98032

    Situated next to a quiet greenbelt, Pembrooke Apartments offers gracious living for an active lifestyle or peaceful seclusion. Our resident managers and maintenance staff are the best available. Courteous, efficient, response to residents' needs is their Number One Goal. A superb location with quick and easy access to I-5, Seattle and Tacoma, near Park & Ride and bus line. Just minutes from Sea-Tac Airport via Pacific Highway South (99). Convenient to Boeing, Highline College, Weyerhaeuser, South center Mall and Sea-Tac Airport. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.pembrookeapartments.com

  • LA MIRAGE Kent, WA 98030

    Welcome to La Mirage Apartments. La Mirage was carefully planned to provide you with everything you've wished for in apartment living. Whichever unique floorplan you choose, you will find a home thoughtfully designed to compliment your personal taste and lifestyle. La Mirage is on the Metro bus system with convenient access to shopping, I-5, I-405, and Highway 167. Take advantage of our Sports Court, tennis court, and sauna! We also offer tanning in our clubhouse! So, come make your home at La Mirage Apartments!

  • Hampton Bay Apartment Homes Kent, WA 98032

    Welcome to Hampton Bay At The Lakes. A retreat from the day-to-day worries of life. In addition to the tranquility provided by surrounding lakes, ponds, parks and golf courses, residents of this upscale community are offered luxurious amenities and several distinctive garden style floorplans. Hampton Bay offers a resident computer center, swimming pool, exercise room, raquetball court and tanning. We have a little something for everyone. You can sit by the pool or enjoy a relaxing whirlpool spa after a long day at work. Enjoy the comforts of home, while relishing in the community atmosphere that Hampton Bay can offer you. Each apartment has a private patio or balcony with spacious storage. Our wood-burning brick mantle fireplaces will be a welcoming treat on those cold winter evenings. Let us help you make Hampton Bay at the Lakes your new home. Where we have a commitment of excellence to our residents.

  • Signature Pointe Apartments Kent, WA 98032

    Welcome to Signature Pointe Apartments, where exceptional value, quality and comfort meet. Enjoy such amenities as swimming pools, tennis court, full size gym, full court basketball, state of the art exercise center, free tanning, high speed internet service is available, on site professional daycare and many more. Each apartment home is equipped with washer and dryer, an "entertaining style" kitchen, ample closet and storage space. www.signaturepointe.com

  • Somerset Apartments Kent, WA 98030

    Everyday is a great day living at Somerset! Choose from one, two or three bedroom floor plans designed for convenient, carefree living. Nothing has been overlooked in our generously sized apartment homes. Our homes feature bright efficient kitchens, additional storage, fireplaces, washers and dryers or hook-ups in selected homes and many more extras. For after work enjoyment, we offer fun for all ages including a racquetball court, indoor spa, tanning, 2 swimming pools, exercise room and much more! Enjoy the secluded feeling without sacrificing an easy commute to freeways, shopping and major employers. Quality, convenience and a wonderful on-site staff to serve you. Ashton Spring is Kent's best kept secret.

  • Ventana Apartments and Townhomes Kent, WA 98032

    Nestled in a park-like setting in the Kent Valley, the Ventana apartment community offers newly renovated apartments and townhomes with fully equipped kitchens, vaulted ceilings and private balcony or patio and fenced-in backyard. Stay in shape in our sparkling Olympic-sized pool, fitness facility and basketball court or just sit back and relax and let our expert management crew do what they do best-make life at Ventana Apartments a cut above the rest. Call today for our exciting specials!

  • The Aspens at Ridgeview Apartment Homes Kent, WA 98032

    GRAND OPENING going on now! Come experience comfort and convenience. Yes, you truly CAN have it all. Welcome home to The Aspens at Ridgeview Apartments! inclusive living featuring granite breakfast bars, roman soaking tubs, GARAGE Parking included with most homes, stainless style appliance packages and so much more!! www.aspensridgeview.com

  • Riverwood Apartment Homes Kent, WA 98032

    Just minutes from I-5 and Highway 167, you are close to the city without all the hassle. Riverwood offers spacious floorplans to accommodate any lifestyle. Walking distance to shopping, schools, busline and the Riverbend Golf Course! Look no further...we have the perfect apartment home for you! Experience comfortable living with the largest floorplans and kitchens around!! You will have more counter and cabinet space than some large homes in many of our apartments, and our patios and storage are far superior to the rest! We fit your lifestyle. We are located with in walking distance to shopping, daycare, two parks and an elementary school...so we know about family living. Our homes offer the most for your dollar...go golf next door at The Riverbend Golf Course, go fishing next door at The Fishing Hole or take a scenic walk on our trail and enjoy the view of Mt. Rainier! With the largest floorplans around...We are the best value...come see why!

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