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Slate Apartments
3040 17th Ave WSeattle, WA 98119
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (58 Rentals)
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Nordic Tower
1446 NW 53rd StSeattle, WA 98107
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Vitality on 17th
5512 17th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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4207.5 34th Ave W
SeattleWA98199
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St Luke's
2035 NW 58th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Anker Ballard
5405 11th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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5104 17th Ave NW
SeattleWA98107
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The Wilcox
2003 NW 57th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Windsor Ballard
5555 14th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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1139 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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1501 NW 56th StSeattle, WA 98107
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2233 NW 58th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Briarcliff, Seattle, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarcliff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcliff Studio Apartments | $1,689 | $1,020 | $4,635 |
| Briarcliff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,386 | $10,000+ |
| Briarcliff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,415 | $1,880 | $5,681 |
| Briarcliff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,088 | $1,922 | $7,159 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Briarcliff Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarcliff area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Karsti Apartments priced from $795. 5902 Ballard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Briarcliff apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karsti Apartments | MFTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 5902 Ballard | Micro 9 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Alcove Ballard Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Ballard 57 | Studio B2 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Nordic Tower | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Vitality on 17th | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1733 NW 61st St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Carrick | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| St Luke's | A3 50 | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Anker Ballard | Microstudio with Loggia | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarcliff, WA
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Briarcliff area is the $2.75 price per square foot C1 Model at Arrive Magnolia in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Briarcliff apartment is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at The Franciscan starting at $1,750 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Queen Anne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarcliff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arrive Magnolia | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| The Franciscan | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 3627 14th Ave W | 3627 14th Ave W | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Magnolia Court | 2bd 501 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Commons at Ballard | Open 1 Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.78 |
| Barrett Square Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Wharfside Pointe | 1 Bed, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Tempo Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Marine Vista | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Twin Court - Ballard - Renovated Unit | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBriarcliff, Seattle, WA
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Seattle. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Briarcliff Neighborhood in Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Briarcliff Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Briarcliff?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Briarcliff is under $1,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Briarcliff?
The cheapest apartment in Briarcliff is Nordic Tower which is listed at $1,386, while the average apartment in Briarcliff costs $3,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Briarcliff?
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 38 regular apartments in Briarcliff 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 Briarcliff?
Cheap apartments in Briarcliff have an average cost of $656 which is $2,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Briarcliff.
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