
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA from $1,100 (19 Rentals)
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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 | $1,828 | $1,549 | $2,155 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,961 | $1,495 | $2,490 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $1,495 | $4,025 |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $1,968 | $4,920 |
| Dorchester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $29,403 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 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 The Renton Sage Apartments priced from $1,508. Karbon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here are the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Karbon | s1 | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Honey Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Tria Apartments | Lodge Pole | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, WA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $2.99 price per square foot Syrah Model at Solera Apartments in the in the Highlands Park neighborhood starting from $4,286. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the Spinnaker Model at Bella Vista starting at $3,112 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Kennydale 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solera Apartments | Syrah | 3BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Bella Vista | Spinnaker | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Lakeview at Newcastle | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Castle Creek | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Newport Crossing | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Heritage Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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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 The Renton Sage Apartments which is listed at $1,508, while the average apartment in Dorchester costs $29,403.
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 73 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 $1,228 which is $28,175 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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