
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brighton Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (19 Rentals)
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Willow Crossing

Esperanza - 55+ Affordable Senior Housing

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The Station At Othello Park

Orchard Street Cottages

6527 Rainier Ave S
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4222 S Othello St

7500 Renton Ave S

3800 S Eddy St

6800 Rainier Ave Ave S

7001 Rainier Ave S

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Brighton, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Studio Apartments | $1,230 | $1,100 | $1,582 |
| Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $1,195 | $2,613 |
| Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,875 | $3,645 |
| Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,058 | $6,058 | $6,058 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brighton Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brighton area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at Othello Station priced from $1,100. Cubix at Othello Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koz at Othello Station | Type D | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Cubix at Othello Apartments | Studio S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Samaki Commons | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,161 |
| Willow Crossing | Open 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Atrium Court | 1x1 A60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,246 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, WA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Admiral Apartments in the in the Brighton neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Willow Cottages starting at $3,195 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the South Beacon Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Willow Cottages | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.60 |
| 6511 Building | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Mercy Othello Plaza | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Lantera Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Samaki Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Esperanza - 55+ Affordable Senior Housing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Station At Othello Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
| Atrium Court | 1x1 A80 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Koz at Othello Station | Type B | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brighton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brighton is under $1,755.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brighton?
The cheapest apartment in Brighton is Willow Crossing which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Brighton costs $6,058.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brighton?
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 14 regular apartments in Brighton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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