Cheap Homes for Rent in the CBD Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,200 (41 Rentals)

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property at 400 10th Ave
$1,395
1 Bedroom Rentals
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400 10th Ave

SeattleWA98122

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property at 700 E Denny Way
$1,650 - $3,045
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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700 E Denny Way

SeattleWA98122

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property at 668 S Lane St
$1,688

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,688
Total Monthly Price$1,688
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 5
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668 S Lane St, Unit Seattle

668 S Lane St
SeattleWA98104
property at 2440 Western Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700
Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2440 Western Ave, Unit 506

2440 Western Ave
SeattleWA98121
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The Emerald City's Secrets: A 30-Year Local's Guide to Renting in Seattle

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property at 819 Virginia St
$1,749 - $4,200
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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819 Virginia St

SeattleWA98101
property at 2801 1st Ave
$1,790

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Base Rent$1,790
Total Monthly Price$1,790
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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2801 1st Ave, Unit 1115

2801 1st Ave
SeattleWA98121
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property at 1105 Spring St
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850
Total Monthly Price$1,850
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1105 Spring St, Unit 609

1105 Spring St
SeattleWA98104
property at 1808 Minor Ave
$1,850 - $4,495
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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1808 Minor Ave

SeattleWA98101

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CBD, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in CBD, WA

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the CBD area is the $2.75 price per square foot 467 14th Ave Model at 467 14th Ave in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value CBD rental home is the 400 Melrose Ave E Model at 400 Melrose Ave E in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting at $2,995 with a $2.38 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for CBD homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
467 14th Ave467 14th Ave2BR, 2.5BA$2.75
400 Melrose Ave E400 Melrose Ave E2BR, 2BA$2.38
1220 E Columbia St, Unit 2061220 E Columbia St3BR, 2BA$3.15
400 Melrose Ave E, Unit 509400 Melrose Ave E2BR, 2BA$3.18
1800 11th Ave1800 11th Ave1BR, 1BA$2.85
Unit Unit CUnit Unit C2BR, 2BA$3.11
Unit Apt 16Unit Apt 161BR, 1.5BA$2.71
2801 1st Ave2801 1st Ave1BR, 1BA$3.18
2440 Western Ave, Unit 5062440 Western Ave1BR, 1BA$2.61
1200 Boylston Ave1200 Boylston Ave1BR, 1BA$2.97

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

Cut down on your commute! Discover Seattle's top neighborhoods to rent near major employers like Amazon, Meta, and Fred Hutchinson. Find your ideal work-life balance in the Emerald City.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Cbd, Seattle, WA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about CBD

What type of rentals are currently available in CBD?

There are currently 987 Apartments for Rent in CBD, WA with pricing that ranges from $693 to $23,969. There are also 181 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in CBD ranging from $1,295 to $4,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in CBD?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in CBD ranges from $1,295 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,436.

Expert Rental Resources

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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