1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA Under $1,300 (142 Rentals)

Capitol Building Apartments

Bryant Manor Phase I

Cedar Park Senior Affordable Apartments

New Haven Senior Living Apartments

Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments

Gregory Gene Apartments
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Four Amigos - Beloved Community

Northaven Senior Apartments

Camdon - 1 Bedroom - Central District

Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+)

Courtland Place

Josephinum Apartments
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Radian Apartments

Charming 1-Bedroom in Capitol Hill
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820 S Donovan St

2107 NE 54th St

3543 S Dawson St

3330 S Holly St

2900 S Court St

2807 18th Ave S

5223 40th Ave SW

3317 16th Ave S
Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Seattle, WA and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Sharon Stallings

510 N 87th St

1554 NW 50th St

721 W Florentia Pl

2008 NW 59th St

2808 E Spring St

13341 31st Ave NE

421 N 125th St

806 N 48th St

8836 1st Ave NE

5043 18th Ave NE
Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seattle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,686 | $675 | $6,247 |
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $620 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $952 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $1,099 | $6,995 |
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $950 | $6,200 |
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Getting Around Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Seattle with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Seattle is at Courtland Place listed at $774.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Seattle is $2,384.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,527 square feet unit starting from $9,325 at The Modern.
What is the average size for Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Seattle is currently 636 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA
Written by: Sharon Stallings
I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.