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622 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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1305 E Marion StSeattle, WA 98122
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213 17th Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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1501 E Spring StSeattle, WA 98122
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Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill
1519 E Spring StSeattle, WA 98122
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151 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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1625 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98122
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1302 E Yesler WaySeattle, WA 98122
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2320 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98112
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116 13th Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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1728 Base Capitol Hill
1728 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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901 Hiawatha Pl SSeattle, WA 98144
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1508 16th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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155 21st AveSeattle, WA 98122
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1414 S King StSeattle, WA 98144
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1523 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98122
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1304 E John StSeattle, WA 98102
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114 24th Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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1305 E Denny WaySeattle, WA 98122
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1401 E Howell StSeattle, WA 98122
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Elizabeth James House
109 23rd Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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Marion
1305-1311 E Marion StSeattle, WA 98122
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215 13th Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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Madison Park View
2424 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98112
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East John
1113 E John StSeattle, WA 98102
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Sol Studios
1814 E John StSeattle, WA 98122
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1901 E Fir StSeattle, WA 98122
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1620 13th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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1715 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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119 22nd Ave ESeattle, WA 98122
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1212 E Howell StSeattle, WA 98122
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1717 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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355 15th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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721 17th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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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 | $1,505 | $795 | $2,922 |
| Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,300 | $7,247 |
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,198 | $1,500 | $9,288 |
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,912 | $2,130 | $10,000+ |
| Central Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,811 | $2,730 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Central Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Area area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill priced from $749. Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Central Area apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! | MFTE- Income Specific Units | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Sorento Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| 1414 Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Modern Studio in the Heart of Capitol Hill | 07 Stack | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Modern Studios in Desirable Capitol Hill Neighborhood! | Vitality on Howell 272 SQ FT | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| An Lac | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Hilite | SEDU | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Elizabeth James House | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,102 |
| Glen Ellen Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Area, WA
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Area area is the $2.25 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Alderview - 300 11th Ave in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Central Area apartment is the 1x1 Model at Clairemont Apartments starting at $1,645 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Mercer Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderview - 300 11th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Clairemont Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Triad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 13th & Fir APARTMENTS | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Gregory Gene Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Elizabeth James House | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| An Lac | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Abbey Lincoln Court | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
| Hilite | SEDU | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Sorento Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Washington including Central Area, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Area is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Area?
The cheapest apartment in Central Area is Elizabeth James House which is listed at $1,102, while the average apartment in Central Area costs $7,687.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Area?
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 34 regular apartments in Central Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Area?
Cheap apartments in Central Area have an average cost of $477 which is $7,210 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Area.
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