
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alki Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $975 (54 Rentals)
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4300 SW Seattle St

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4022 59th Ave SW

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4540 45th Ave SW
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Alki, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alki?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alki Studio Apartments | $1,707 | $1,325 | $2,297 |
| Alki 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,299 | $6,074 |
| Alki 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $2,193 | $3,599 |
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Cheapest Available Alki Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alki area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at The Bergen Building priced from $1,050. 4400 Alaska has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable Alki apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bergen Building | Studio Hardwood Floors | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 4400 Alaska | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Junction Central | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| AJ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Link | Open B - MFTE | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Maris | Studio 2 MFTE | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
| Sky | Sky F - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,609 |
| The Blake Apartments | Studio 1 Bath S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
| Oregon 42 | Studio 1 Bathroom C | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Lofts at the Junction | Loft A - Type 2 - Live / Work Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alki, WA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alki area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 4127 California Ave SW in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Alki apartment is the 1618 California Ave SW Model at 1618 California Ave SW, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the West Seattle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alki apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4127 California Ave SW | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1618 California Ave SW, Unit 1 | 1618 California Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Alki Villas | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Oregonian | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Altamira Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Angeline | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 4501 SW Admiral Way | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| AJ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
| Sky | Sky I | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Bergen Building | Studio Hardwood Floors | Studio ,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alki Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alki?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alki is at The Bergen Building listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alki Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alki Apartment is $1,299 at 4400 Alaska.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alki Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alki is starting from $1,995 at Alki Villas.
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