Apartments for Rent by Owner in Seattle, WA (33 Rentals)

6019 McKinley Pl N, Unit Cottage

9286 50th Ave S, Unit 9286 50th Ave S
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2402 E Interlaken Blvd, Unit Main
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1556 Northwest Ballard Way, Unit Unit#1

2331 Boylston Ave E, Unit 2 B

3507 SW Webster St, Unit B

11249 Greenwood Ave N, Unit #4

3208 Rainier Ave S, Unit 303

826 W Nickerson St, Unit 826 Nickerson

7408 Rainier Avenue South, Unit 1

8208 NE 115th Way, Unit 1
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118 107th Avenue Northeast, Unit B210

11106 NE 125th Ln, Unit j132

2506 NE 195th Pl, Unit Upper Unit

14210 56th Ave S, Unit Groovy Seattle Unit

188 Bellevue Way NE, Unit 304
Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 |
---|---|---|---|
Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,675 | $675 | $9,175 |
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $720 | $9,921 |
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $919 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,659 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $875 | $3,795 |
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $950 | $4,975 |
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $858 | $5,148 |
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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 For rent By Owner Seattle Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Seattle?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Seattle is at 7408 Rainier Avenue South, Unit 1 listed at $1,225.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Seattle Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Seattle is $2,403.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Seattle Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at 1002 SW 150th St.
What is the average size for Seattle For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Seattle is currently at 844 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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.