
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA from $1,000 (28 Rentals)
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Castle Creek

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7453 Newcastle Golf Club Rd

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Houser Terrace

5305 NE 11th Ct

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Highland Palms

Astra

Karbon

2000 Lake Washington Apartments
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Windlass

4308 NE Sunset Blvd

Pinnacle on Lake Washington

Sunset East & Highlands

Solstice Senior Living at Renton

12023 SE 60th St
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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 | $1,992 | $1,960 | $2,025 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,050 | $3,480 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,520 | $1,595 | $4,355 |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $1,968 | $4,970 |
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There are currently 28 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 Houser Terrace priced from $1,050. The Renton Sage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,508. Here are the most affordable Dorchester apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Bristol at Southport | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,756 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Tria | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,957 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, WA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $2.01 price per square foot Breakwater Flat - Standard Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $2,734. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 2x2 Model at Lakeview at Newcastle starting at $2,514 with a $2.39 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista | Breakwater Flat - Standard | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Lakeview at Newcastle | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Castle Creek | Plan 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 80 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Houser Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 Houser Terrace which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Dorchester costs $3,102.
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 36 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 $400 which is $2,702 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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