
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center South Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA from $1,095 (66 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the City Center South area of Bellevue.


Le Chateau Apartments

Excalibur Apartment Homes

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Commodore

111 108th Ave NE, Unit A515

The Baxter

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10333 Main St, Unit SI FL3-ID619

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10333 Main St, Unit SI FL3-ID972

Park 433

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Brio

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362 Bellevue Way NE, Unit SI FL2-ID1002

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Ashton Bellevue

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288 106th Ave NE, Unit PL FL9-ID801

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CityScape

Bellevue 10

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Alley 111

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288 106th Ave NE, Unit GO FL17-ID118
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Broadstone Savoie

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11011 NE 9th Pl, Unit SI FL2-ID821

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10050 NE 10th St, Unit SI FL2-ID903

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10351 NE 10th St, Unit SI FL16-ID629

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Park Metro

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The Margot

Park 88

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City Center South, Bellevue, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center South Studio Apartments | $2,398 | $1,661 | $8,066 |
| City Center South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,275 | $8,900 |
| City Center South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,142 | $1,950 | $9,822 |
| City Center South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,109 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| City Center South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,476 | $9,476 | $9,476 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the City Center South Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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Cheapest Available City Center South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center South area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Le Chateau Apartments priced from $1,595. Excalibur Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,661. Here are the most affordable City Center South apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Excalibur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,661 |
| Commodore | 1x1, Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Baxter | Studio A - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| BellCentre | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,839 |
| Pacific Inn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Elements Apartments | Midrise E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,927 |
| Sparc Apartments | Studio Building B & D | Studio,1BA | $1,979 |
| Venn at Main | S.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,090 |
| Ellington at Bellevue | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2,109 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center South, WA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center South area is the $2.74 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Park Plaza Apartments in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value City Center South apartment is the Sycamore Model at Park Highland starting at $3,499 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Wilburton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Park Highland | Sycamore | 3BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 12 Central Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Park 433 | 2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Park Bellevue | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Courtyard Off Main | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Ellington at Bellevue | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Commodore | 1x1, Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Excalibur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.24 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Bellevue. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in City Center South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in City Center South is under $2,109.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center South?
The cheapest apartment in City Center South is Le Chateau Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in City Center South costs $2,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center South?
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 23 regular apartments in City Center South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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