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Central Area, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 Pratt Park and is listed at 1,034 square feet priced from $2,696. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Pratt ParkLive Work 3 - Renovated1,034 Sq Ft$2,696
Jackson ApartmentsP.2W863 Sq Ft$2,332
Mason & MainMB1.ay822 Sq FtCall for Rates
Sunset Electric1x1 M816 Sq Ft$2,600
Verse Seattle — Modern Living at the Heartbeat of the Central DistrictVerse Seattle 1X1 Available soon, Prelease today!732 Sq Ft$1,795
East Union1 Bed, 1 Bath - Apt L732 Sq Ft$2,525
Beryl ApartmentsBroadway730 Sq Ft$2,276
John Court1BD/1BA688 Sq Ft$2,050
Lawrence LoftsOne Bedroom One Bath590 Sq Ft$2,325
HiliteLive/Work 1 Bed448 Sq Ft$1,695

Cheapest Available Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central Area of Seattle, WA is the 1B Model starting from $1,102 at Elizabeth James House. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Area is currently $1,984. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Elizabeth James House1B$1,102
Liberty Bank Building1 Bd 1 Bath$1,331
Clayton Place1BR/1.0BA$1,395
301 Apartments in the heart of Beacon Hill1 Bed | 1 Bath$1,425
Fairmont Cherry Hill1BR/1.0BA$1,450
Glen Ellen Apartments-$1,450
Triad Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,450
Sherbrook Apartments1BD/1BA BASEMENT$1,495
13th & Fir Family HousingOne Bedroom$1,495
BEAM1x1 Urban MFTE$1,499

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Area, Seattle, WA

Ranked #28

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities 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 our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 Elizabeth James House listed at $1,102.

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 $1,984.

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 1,034 square feet unit starting from $2,696 at Pratt Park.

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 580 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. Whether you're new to Seattle or grew up here, the neighborhood where you live makes a huge difference while attending college.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!