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(425) 522-8745
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225 Roy St, Seattle, WA 98109

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Center Steps

225 Roy St
Seattle, WA 98109
(425) 522-8745
Center Steps in Seattle, WA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,903-$4,042 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,903 - $4,042

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,903 - $4,042
  • 475–1,179 Square Feet

Rent Specials

Now offering up to 8 weeks free!

About Center Steps

Live next door to the Space Needle with direct connectivity to Seattle's arts district at Center Steps. In a vibrant new community establishing a gateway to Seattle Center from residential Queen Anne, you'll find studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with cutting-edge amenities and an unbeatably walkable Seattle location.

Center Steps is located in the Uptown Neighborhood and 98109 Zip code of Seattle, WA. This community is professionally managed by Avenue5 Residential

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24 hour on-call maintenance
  • AC ports*
  • Air Conditioning*
  • Bike room with repair station
  • BILT Rewards
  • Built Green Three Star Certified
  • Controlled access bike storage
  • Controlled access community
  • Controlled access garage
  • Custom Elfa closet system*
  • Custom windows
  • Dog spa
  • EV parking stations
  • Fisher Paykel refrigerators*
  • Full size washer and dryer
  • Glass-top ranges
  • Ground floor retail
  • Keyless entries and/or Butterfly MX system
  • Mysa smart thermostats*
  • On-site management
  • Open co-work spaces
  • Outdoor courtyard with ping pong table
  • Patio/Balcony*
  • Pendant lighting
  • Pet friendly
  • Quartz counters
  • Roller shades
  • Rooftop pet park
  • Smart package room
  • Solid wood barn doors*
  • Space Needle and city views*
  • Two lounges – main floor and interior rooftop
  • Two unique color palettes
  • Vinyl plank flooring

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–6:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Center Steps offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,903 and having 475–1,179 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • Studio

    0X1-7

    From $2,094

    Studio, 1 Bath, 475 sq ft
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    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,094 - $2,174

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,094 - $2,174
    Available Sep 22

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,094 September 22, 20261808475
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1808 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,094Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,094
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,094 - $2,174Total Monthly Price
  • 1 Bedroom

    1x1O-27M MFTE

    $1,903

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 632 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $1,903

    Total Monthly Price
    $1,903
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,903Available Now1x1O-27M MFTE632 sq ft
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price

    • $1,903Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $1,903
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    1x1O-28

    From $2,079

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 634 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,079 - $2,158

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,079 - $2,158
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,079Available Now2225634
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2225 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,079Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,079
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,079 - $2,158Total Monthly Price

    1x1O-20

    From $2,240

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 597 sq ft
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    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,240 - $2,328

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,240 - $2,328
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,240Available Now1704597
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    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1704 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,240Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,240
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,240 - $2,328Total Monthly Price

    1x1O-22

    From $2,276

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 602 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,276 - $2,367

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,276 - $2,367
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,276Available Now1503602
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

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    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1503 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,276Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,276
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,276 - $2,367Total Monthly Price

    1x1-2

    From $2,449

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 570 sq ft
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    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,449 - $2,546

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,449 - $2,546
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,449Available Now2216570
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2216 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,449Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,449
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,449 - $2,546Total Monthly Price

    1x1U-7

    From $2,636

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 660 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,636 - $2,737

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,636 - $2,737
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,636Available Now2521660
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2521 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,636Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,636
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,636 - $2,737Total Monthly Price

    1x1-14

    From $2,980

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 770 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,980 - $3,094

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,980 - $3,094
    Available Sep 12
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,980 September 12, 20262405770
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2405 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,980Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,980
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Price Range

    • $2,980 - $3,094Total Monthly Price

    1x1O-21M MFTE

    $2,062

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 599 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,062

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,062
    Available Sep 25
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,062 September 25, 20261203599
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    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1203 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $2,062Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $2,062
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Price

    • $2,062Total Monthly Price
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2x2-8

    From $3,825

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1087 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

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    Base Rent
    $3,825 - $3,971

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,825 - $3,971
    Available Now
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,825Available Now13071087
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1307 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,825Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,825
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $3,825 - $3,971Total Monthly Price

    2x2-14

    From $3,890

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1179 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $3,890 - $4,042

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,890 - $4,042
    Available Now
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,890Available Now27031179
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2703 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,890Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,890
      Required Monthly Fees: None
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    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $3,890 - $4,042Total Monthly Price

    2x2-4

    From $3,838

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1019 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $3,838 - $3,985

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,838 - $3,985
    Available Sep 13

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,838 September 13, 202617051019
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1705 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,838Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,838
      Required Monthly Fees: None
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $3,838 - $3,985Total Monthly Price
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 269 Units
  • 8 Stories
  • Built in 2020

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00

Utilities

Pest ControliPest prevention and treatment service fee. Charged Per Unit.$3.00/mo
Utility - Service FeeiMonthly utility billing management fee. Charged Per Unit.$5.00/mo
Utility - Common Area ElectriciCovers electric for common areas. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - ElectriciMonthly electric charges. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - GasiMonthly gas charges. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - SeweriMonthly wastewater and sewer charge. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - WateriMonthly community water services charge. Charged Per Unit.Varies/mo
Utility - Common Area GasiCovers gas for common areas. Charged per unit.Varies/mo
Utility - TrashiMonthly trash services fee. Charged per unit.Varies/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

Late FeeiLate payment fee. Charged Per Unit.$10.00/per occurrence
NSF Tenant FeeiReturned or declined payment fee. Charged Per Unit.$75.00/per occurrence
Early Termination FeeiFee to terminate lease early. Charged Per Unit.300.0% of base rent/per occurrence
Renters Insurance - Liability Only, Non ComplianceiFee for non-compliance with liability requirement. Charged Per Unit.$10.75/per occurrence
Reletting FeeiApartment reletting cost. Charged Per Unit.$500.00/per occurrence

Personal Add-Ons

Renters Insurance (Purchase Renter's Insurance)iMonthly resident insurance through Assurant. Charged per unit.$14.50/mo

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Max of 2. Breed restrictions apply. Our leasing staff can provide details.

Dog
Dog DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$300.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

Max of 2. Breed restrictions apply. Our leasing staff can provide details.

Parking Fees

Electric Vehicle Parking
Parking EViMonthly parking EV fee. Contact office for details. Charged Per Vehicle.$325.00/mo
Garage
GarageiMax of 1. Monthly garage fee. Contact office for details. Charged Per Vehicle.$300.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1. Call for Details.

Additional Parking Options

Other

Storage Fees

Storage Unit
StorageiMonthly storage fee. Contact office for details. Charged Per Rentable Item.$75.00/mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Car Charging Station

Community Features

  • Lounge

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Controlled Access
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Spa

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Living Area Features

  • Office

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
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225 Roy St, Seattle, WA 98109

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 40 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Parks

    Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 30 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Center Steps

Where is Center Steps located?

Center Steps is located at 225 Roy St near the Uptown area of Seattle, WA

What is the current rent range at Center Steps?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Center Steps currently range from $1,903 to $4,042

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Center Steps are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–6:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at Center Steps is: Now offering up to 8 weeks free!.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Center Steps Apartments are 1.7% more expensive than the average apartment in the Uptown area, and 8.87% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Uptown Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,094$1,745+$34920.0%
    1 Bedroom$1,903$2,338-$435-18.6%
    2 Bedroom$3,825$3,689+$1363.7%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Rent Comparison to the city of Seattle

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,094$1,710+$38422.5%
    1 Bedroom$1,903$2,310-$407-17.6%
    2 Bedroom$3,825$3,144+$68121.7%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Methodology: On 09/08/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 607 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Center Steps (Uptown), and 11731 other apartment communities in Seattle using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/08/2026

    * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
  • Transit Friendly 3.4

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

    See the best Seattle apartments for Access to Transit
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

1.0
2 Renters Reviews

Loud Music!!

September 24, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
If you like peace and quiet, don't move here! You will not be able to sleep, or relax

Property Manager Responded

July 31, 2023
Hello, thank you for leaving us a review! We value all our resident feedback and are always making changes and adapting based on it. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com

Cant recommend

June 21, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
Just can't recommend, we don't even always receive our mail. Not quite the place we thought we were moving to.

Property Manager Responded

September 10, 2021
Hi, Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We regret to hear your experience has been negative. We have worked with the post office to assist their carriers in the mail delivering process. If you continue to experience this, please let us know at your earliest convenience and we will take further steps. Our manager can be reached at 206-588-2820.

Nearby Schools

Hay Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools
201 Garfield Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (261 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
6/10

McClure Middle School

Seattle Public Schools
1915 1st Avenue West
Public School - Grades 6-8 (503 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Center Steps.

Big Box and Retail

Homegoods

1642 W Armory Way
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Michael's

1700 W Armory Way
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Albertson's

2550 32nd Ave W
5 minute drive / 2.39 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Seattle Pacific University

3307 3rd Ave W
3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

Golden Gate University - Seattle Campus

1424 Fourth Avenue, Suite 410
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Seattle Central Community College

1701 Broadway Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Groceries

Trader Joes

112 W Galer St
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

Fred Meyer

915 NW 45th St
4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

Albertson's

2550 32nd Ave W
5 minute drive / 2.39 miles away

Hospitals

Virginia Mason Medical Center

925 Seneca St
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital

201 - 16th Avenue East
5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away

Swedish Medical Center

747 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away

Military Bases

Fort Lawton Military Reserve

7 minute drive / 3.64 miles away

Naval Supply Center

21 minute drive / 10.07 miles away

Shopping Centers

Queen Anne Marketplace

600-604 1st Ave N
1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

Seattle Monorail Project

407 Broad St
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Boat World Marina

2144 Westlake Ave N
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Center Steps has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Seattle Center-Seattle Center Monorail

1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Westlake & Mercer-South Lake Union Streetcar

1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

Lower Queen Anne

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,350
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Uptown

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,028
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Westlake

Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $1,230
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Seattle Studio Apartments $1,710$594$4,437
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,310$634$8,475
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,144$978$10,000+
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,168$1,124$10,000+
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,349$929$10,000+
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments $4,428$799$10,000+
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments $6,779$4,200$10,000+

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