
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA (334 Rentals)


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BEAM

Vantage Park

Midtown Square

Mason & Main

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Tapestry

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Muir

Decibel on 12th

VIVA

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Sunset Electric
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Anthem on 12th

Tanager

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Jackson Apartments

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REO Flats

900 Rainier

Beryl Apartments

Lawrence Lofts

Pratt Park

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Qualman

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Citizen

Solis

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Ruth Court
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The Weatherford

999 Hiawatha

Craft Apartments

Alderview - 300 11th Ave

An Lac

720 Lakeside Ave S, Unit 303, Unit 303

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110 Erie Ave, Unit B, Unit B

219 23rd Ave

730 26th Ave S
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1414 12th Ave, Unit 515, Unit 515

2301 E Union St, Unit B315

2401 S Jackson St, Unit SI FL6-ID591

622 Rainier Ave S, Unit SI FL7-ID792

166 16th Ave, Unit Unit B

622 Rainier Ave S, Unit SI FL4-ID796

2407 E Union St, Unit SI ID1364265P

2207 E Union St, Unit SI ID1364268P

1717 22nd Ave, Unit SI ID1364263P

2407 E Union St, Unit SI ID1364264P
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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 | $1,501 | $795 | $2,310 |
Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,045 | $5,257 |
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $1,500 | $7,275 |
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,933 | $2,130 | $10,000+ |
| Central Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,334 | $2,730 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 334 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Area Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Largest Available Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Area area of Seattle, WA is found at Sunset Electric and is listed at 1,548 square feet priced from $3,884. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Electric | Mezzanine | 1,548 Sq Ft | $3,884 |
| VIVA | Harvard | 1,169 Sq Ft | $2,930 |
| Pratt Park | Live Work 3 - Renovated | 1,034 Sq Ft | $2,872 |
| East Union | 1 Bed, 1.5 Bath - Apt B Townhouse | 869 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Jackson Apartments | 1x1 + Den P.2W | 863 Sq Ft | $2,584 |
| Mason & Main | MB1.ay | 822 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Beryl Apartments | Marion | 750 Sq Ft | $1,970 |
| Verse Seattle — Modern Living at the Heartbeat of the Central District | Verse Seattle 1X1 Available: Affordable Housing... | 732 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Alderview - 300 11th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 725 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Lawrence Lofts | One Bedroom One Bath | 659 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Cheapest Available Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central Area of Seattle, WA is the 1BD/1BA BASEMENT Model starting from $1,295 at Sherbrook Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Area is currently $1,931. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Sherbrook Apartments | 1BD/1BA BASEMENT | $1,295 |
| 900 Rainier | 1x1 - C3 - Affordable | $1,295 |
| An Lac | One Bedroom | $1,300 |
| Sylvan Court | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,325 |
| Liberty Bank Building | 1 Bd 1 Bath | $1,331 |
| South Lane Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,375 |
| Triad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| Glen Ellen Apartments | - | $1,450 |
| Pacific Ridge | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,495 |
| BEAM | 1x1 Urban MFTE | $1,507 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Area with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Area is at Sherbrook Apartments listed at $1,295.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Area is $1,931.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Area Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Area is a 1,548 square feet unit starting from $3,884 at Sunset Electric.
What is the average size for Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Area is currently 585 sq ft.
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