4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA Under $800 (1 Rental)
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Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seattle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $695 | $8,456 |
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $645 | $9,476 |
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $952 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,927 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,099 | $6,350 |
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $950 | $6,500 |
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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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle
How much are Studio apartments in Seattle?
There are currently 1,648 Studio Apartments in Seattle with rent ranges from $695 to $8,456 with an average price of $1,676.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Seattle Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Seattle ranges from $645 to $9,476 with an average monthly rent of $2,371.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Seattle cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Seattle range from $952 to $25,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,221.
How expensive are Seattle Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 637 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Seattle on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,075 to $31,995 - averaging $3,927 for the location.
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.

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