
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dorchester Neighborhood of Newcastle, WA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
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Tria

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Houser Terrace

5305 NE 11th Ct
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The Renton Sage Apartments

Highland Palms

Astra

Karbon

8711 S 114th St, Unit 4A

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1150 Sunset Blvd NE

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7041 S 116th Pl

3233 NE 12th St

Halo 11 Townhomes

Bristol at Southport

Windlass

Sunset East & Highlands

Pinnacle on Lake Washington
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1175 Harrington Pl NE
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 | $1,967 | $1,749 | $2,185 |
| Dorchester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,050 | $3,320 |
| Dorchester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,680 | $1,595 | $4,192 |
| Dorchester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,566 | $1,968 | $5,270 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 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 $1,482. 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 | $1,482 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Honey Creek | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Bristol at Southport | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $2,008 |
| Solera Apartments | Bordeaux | 1BR,1BA | $2,021 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Tria | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dorchester, WA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dorchester area is the $2.65 price per square foot Portsmith Townhome Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,925. The second greatest value Dorchester apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno Model at Honey Creek starting at $2,450 with a $2.31 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 | Portsmith Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Honey Creek | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Townhome Modern Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.31 |
| Windlass | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Pinnacle on Lake Washington | Antiqua | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Solera Apartments | Cabernet | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Highland Palms | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| The Renton Sage Apartments | 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 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 $3,057.
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 31 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 $336 which is $2,721 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dorchester.
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