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Sea Fox
2616 S 224th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Bayview Meadows Apartments
1835 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Bay Club Apartments
2701 S 224th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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2445 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Spinnaker Apartments
1145 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
22330 6th Ave S
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21800 Pacific Hwy SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Wintergreen Place Apartments
3011 S 219th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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22800 28th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Drexel Des Moines
21639 29th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Regatta Apartments
1145 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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Pointe by Vintage Apartments
22837 Pacific Hwy SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Vashon Vue Apartments
22805 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Bentley
609 S 222nd StDes Moines, WA 98198
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The Edgecliff Apartments
22405 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Villa Des Moines
750 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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21640 30th Ave S
21640 30th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Emerald Court
21600 24th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Adriana Senior Apartments Affordable Living
22525 7th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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Majestic Bay
2459 S 216th StDes Moines, WA 98198
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El Mirador Apartments
22022 6th Ave SDes Moines, WA 98198
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22981 Marine View Dr S
Des MoinesWA98198
2620 S 227th Pl
Des MoinesWA98198
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Viewpoint Apartment
21428 Pacific Hwy SSeatac, WA 98188
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Amelia at Angle Lake
2929 S 200th StSeatac, WA 98198
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3100 S 208th StSeattle, WA 98198
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Views at Angle Lake
19922 28th Ave SSeatac, WA 98198
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Skyview 3322
3322 So 222nd PlKent, WA 98032
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Abbey Ridge
3035 S 204th StSeatac, WA 98198
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Connection Angle Lake
2650 S 200th StSeatac, WA 98198
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Brookstone Apartments
3231 S 204th StSeattle, WA 98198
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North Central, Des Moines, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Studio Apartments | $1,752 | $1,442 | $1,859 |
| North Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,375 | $2,684 |
| North Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $1,825 | $3,174 |
| North Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $2,149 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available North Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Drexel Des Moines priced from $1,335. Bayview Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable North Central apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Amelia at Angle Lake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Marina Club | 1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
| Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Majestic Bay | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,779 |
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,269 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 2x2 Medium | 2BR,2BA | $2,291 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central, WA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Arbors of Des Moines in the in the Central Des Moines neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value North Central apartment is the 2x2 Model at Skyview 3322 starting at $2,269 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the North Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arbors of Des Moines | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $2.55 |
| Skyview 3322 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Viewpoint Apartment | 2x2 Medium | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Spinnaker Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Drexel Des Moines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Sandpiper | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Bay Club Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Amelia at Angle Lake | Open One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Marina Club | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Bayview Meadows Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Central?
The cheapest apartment in North Central is The Drexel Des Moines which is listed at $1,335, while the average apartment in North Central costs $2,349.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Central?
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 6 regular apartments in North Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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