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Seattle, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Seattle, WA

Pricing Updated: 10/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Seattle, WA area range in price from $590 to $31,995 with an overall median price of $5,407. The three Seattle neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lake Burien at $1,450, South Des Moines at $1,200, and Duwamish at $1,450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seattle Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lake Burien$1,650$1,4509
South Des Moines$1,855$1,20013
Duwamish$1,900$1,4502
Seward Park$1,977$1,10010
Brighton$1,993$1,100102
Olympic View$2,000$700116
South Beacon Hill$2,060$594102
Three Tree Point$2,079$1,45035
Sunnydale$2,079$1,45035
West Bremerton$2,112$1,00029

Cheapest Available Seattle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Apartments in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood priced from $590. Eden Apartments in the Dunlap neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seattle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$590
Eden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$635
Sun PropertyFurnished dorm roomStudio,$683
Luna Mia Co-Living StudiosSROStudio,1BA$700
Courtland PlaceOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$774
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Eastlake FlatsA - Small StudioStudio,1BA$800
Alcove First HillStudio LVT - MFTEStudio,1BA$812
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$825
Manchester Arms0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA

As of October 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seattle area is the $0.53 price per square foot 8801 Aurora Ave N Model at 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 in the in the North College Park neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Seattle apartment is the Pod Second Floor Model at 4538 18th Ave NE starting at $875 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seattle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 18801 Aurora Ave N5BR,3BA$0.53
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1.5BA$0.58
Avaya at Town Center3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.71
Courtland PlaceTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.56
Parsonage4 Bedroom 14BR,2BA$1.14
Park Hill2 Bed 1 Bath D2BR,1BA$1.56
The M Seattle4 Bedroom B4BR,2BA$1.54
La Vista Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.63
Yugo Seattle Rivendell2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Avilon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.70

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Seattle Overview

Seattle, Washington, known as Emerald City, is a Pacific Northwest metropolis positioned on the eastern shore of Puget Sound encircled by mountains, forests and both fresh water and salt water. It’s the state’s largest city and includes thousands of acres of parkland. Its tech industry is booming and it’s home to the headquarters of Amazon and Microsoft. And of course, it’s also the birthplace of Starbucks. Seattle boasts a diverse cultural scene and hosts dozens of festivals regularly. This city is one of the fastest-growing in the United States which makes it a prime location to find your next apartment.

Why live in Seattle, WA?

Seattle is a thriving, pulsing city with endless amenities and attractions to recommend it, as well as an excellent live music scene - making it a wonderful place to call home. There’s always something going on. This appealing city earned the nickname Emerald City for its striking year-round greenery, and if you don’t like snow, this is the spot for you. It even beats climate change according to UW meteorologist Cliff Mass. The food scene is on point. So tasty! Jobs! Even entry-level. With a $15 minimum wage, you are not starting at the bottom, and the unemployment rate is more than 2 points below the national average. And finally, it’s gorgeous here!

Seattle, WA
Population: 744,955

Ranked #18

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Seattle, WA

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Location, Location, Location!

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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 Cheap Seattle Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Seattle?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Seattle is under $825.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Seattle?

The cheapest apartment in Seattle is Eden Apartments which is listed at $635, while the average apartment in Seattle costs $5,407.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Seattle?

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 17,423 regular apartments in Seattle 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 Seattle?

Cheap apartments in Seattle have an average cost of $767 which is $4,640 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Seattle.

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.