Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA (499 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Seattle as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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The Modern
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months
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The Modern

255 Lenora StSeattle, WA 98121
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CityLine
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 13 Months
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CityLine

4740 32nd Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Symphony Apartments
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months, 15 Months, 18
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Symphony Apartments

4221 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Marlowe
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Short Term Available
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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Marlowe

1146 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98121
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Sentral First Hill
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Sentral First Hill

1001 Minor AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Saxton
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Saxton

520 Terry AveSeattle, WA 98104
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The Danforth
Short Term Available
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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The Danforth

1425 Spring StSeattle, WA 98122
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Rivet Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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Rivet Apartments

1201 Mercer StSeattle, WA 98109
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John Winthrop Apartments
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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John Winthrop Apartments

1020 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101
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AMLI Mark24
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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AMLI Mark24

2428 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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Urbana
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Urbana

1501 NW 56th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Novi at Queen Anne
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Novi at Queen Anne

312 2nd Ave WSeattle, WA 98119
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The Shelby Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Shelby Apartments

2201 4th AveSeattle, WA 98121
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The Morrow
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Morrow

8612 Palatine Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Skye at Belltown
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months, 13 Months, 14 Months, 15 Months
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Skye at Belltown

500 Wall StSeattle, WA 98121
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Lane
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Lane

10720 5th Ave NESeattle, WA 98125
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Elara at the Market
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12 Months, 1
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Elara at the Market

2134 Western AveSeattle, WA 98121
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Sky
Short Term Available
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1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Mon
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Sky

4745 40th AveSeattle, WA 98116
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LEVA on Market
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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LEVA on Market

1545 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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Premiere on Pine
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
9 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12 Months, 13 Months,
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Premiere on Pine

1525 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101
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2900 on First
Short Term Available
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2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Mo
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2900 on First

2900 1st AveSeattle, WA 98121
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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

Seattle, WA Local Guide

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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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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Seattle Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Seattle?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Seattle is at Alps Apartments listed at $675.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Seattle Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Seattle is $2,566.

What is the largest Short-term Seattle Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 2,405 square feet unit starting from $1,950 at Olympus.

What is the average size for Seattle Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Seattle is currently at 481 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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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.

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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.