Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alki Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $900 (29 Rentals)

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Westview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

4540 45th Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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4028 California Ave SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

4028 California Ave SW

4028 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Sound View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sound View

4815 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Mural
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mural

4727 42nd Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Adell Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Adell Apartments

4532 SW 42nd AveSeattle, WA 98116
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Angeline
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Angeline

1621 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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West 206 Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

West 206 Apartments

2301 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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SL Skylark Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SL Skylark Apartments

4830 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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The Blake Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Blake Apartments

5020 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98136
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Basalt
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Basalt

4205 SW Genesee StSeattle, WA 98118
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Windhill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Windhill Apartments

2100 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116

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Bradford Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bradford Arms

3911 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116

Alki, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Alki Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alki area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at 4400 Alaska priced from $1,199. Junction Central has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Alki apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
4400 AlaskaStudio1BR,1BA$1,199
Junction CentralStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,325
The Lofts at the JunctionStudio AStudio,1BA$1,350
Altamira ApartmentsMFTE 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,517
AJStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
The WhittakerS5 Studio NorthStudio,1BA$1,527
MuralOpen A1BR,1BA$1,550
Junction Flats and LandingStudio A FlatsStudio,1BA$1,585
SkySky F - Income Limited1BR,1BA$1,587
MarisStudio 4 MFTEStudio,1BA$1,592

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alki, WA

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alki area is the $2.68 price per square foot Unrenovated Model at Oregonian in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Alki apartment is the Sky F - Income Limited Model at Sky starting at $1,602 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Riverview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alki apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
OregonianUnrenovated1BR,1BA$2.68
SkySky F - Income Limited1BR,1BA$2.71
The Blake ApartmentsOpen 1 Bed 1 Bath O11BR,1BA$2.95
HuxleyA1 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.42
MuralStudio AStudio ,1BA$3.91
AJOpen 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.32
Oregon 42StudioStudio ,1BA$3.75
Spruce1x1 - 11BR,1BA$3.67
Altamira ApartmentsStudiosStudio ,1BA$3.25
The WhittakerS5 Studio NorthStudio ,1BA$4.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Alki, Seattle, WA

Ranked #66

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwestern Seattle, WA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Alki Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Junction Central listed at $1,325.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alki Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alki Apartment is $1,199 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 $2,200 at AJ.

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