
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA from $1,100 (34 Rentals)
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Castle Creek

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13403 Newcastle Commons Dr

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Lakeview at Newcastle

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The Renton Sage Apartments

1150 NE Sunset Blvd, Unit 324

Highland Palms

Astra

Honey Creek

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12231 SE 59th St, Unit #88, Unit #88

3100 NE 16th St

Karbon
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2000 Lake Washington Apartments

Solera Apartments

4300 NE Sunset Blvd, Unit A5, Unit A5

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Bella Vista

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Sunset Oaks

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Bristol at Southport

Halo 11 Townhomes

1150 Sunset Blvd NE

3233 NE 12th St

Windlass

Sunset East & Highlands

1175 Harrington Pl NE

Pinnacle on Lake Washington
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12210 SE 60th St
Dorchester, Newcastle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dorchester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Studio Apartments | $2,135 | $2,135 | $2,135 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $1,545 | $2,790 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,795 | $4,245 |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,378 | $1,968 | $5,040 |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $4,850 | $4,850 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dorchester Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Dorchester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dorchester area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Grove priced from $1,499. The Renton Sage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,545. Here are the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Honey Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Bristol at Southport | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,806 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Solera Apartments | Bordeaux | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, WA
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $2.51 price per square foot Portsmith Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,715. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the Saratoga Model at Pinnacle on Lake Washington starting at $2,839 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Highlands Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dorchester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Portsmith | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Saratoga | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Lakeview at Newcastle | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Castle Creek | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 12231 SE 59th St, Unit #88 | 12231 SE 59th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Highland Palms | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dorchester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dorchester?
The cheapest apartment in Dorchester is Heritage Grove which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Dorchester costs $4,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dorchester?
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 77 regular apartments in Dorchester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dorchester?
Cheap apartments in Dorchester have an average cost of $993 which is $3,857 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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