
Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA (570 Rentals)


BEAM

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Tapestry

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Central Area, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Area Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $795 | $2,144 | 
| Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $1,195 | $3,243 | 
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $2,099 | $7,288 | 
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,462 | $2,900 | $9,286 | 
| Central Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,056 | $7,437 | $10,000+ | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Area, Seattle, WA
Ranked #29
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Area, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
When renting for a family with little ones, location matters. Amongst all of the communities in Seattle, this area of town has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-rated schools.
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks, paths, and trails is critically important. Central Area is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is now ranked as one of the A-list luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise pets. This area is one of the finest communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area
How much are Studio apartments in Central Area?
There are currently 277 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $795 to $2,144 with an average price of $1,558.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Area ranges from $1,195 to $3,243 with an average monthly rent of $1,964.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Area range from $2,099 to $7,288. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,272.
How expensive are Central Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 53 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,900 to $9,286 - averaging $5,462 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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