Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA from $600 (88 Rentals)

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The 110 Building
Studio Apartments

The 110 Building

110 14th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Madkin Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madkin Apartments

1625 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98122
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Towne Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Apartments

1717 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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The Ritz Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Ritz Apartments

1302 E Yesler WaySeattle, WA 98122
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ONEONE6
Studio Apartments

ONEONE6

116 13th Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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The Roost
Studio Apartments

The Roost

901 Hiawatha Pl SSeattle, WA 98144
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Snapdragon
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Snapdragon

1508 16th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Spruce Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Park Apartments

155 21st AveSeattle, WA 98122
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The Redwood
Studio Apartments

The Redwood

111 21st Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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Madison View
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Madison View

114 24th Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
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Glen Ellen Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Ellen Apartments

1305 E Denny WaySeattle, WA 98122
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1414 Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1414 Apartments

1414 S King StSeattle, WA 98144
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Central Area, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 Towne Apartments priced from $795. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towne ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudios In The Heart Of First Hill! $500 Off Fi...Studio,1BA$925
The RedwoodStudio 1.2Studio,1BA$1,015
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1,052
Glen Ellen ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Modern Studio in the Heart of Capitol HillMFTE UNITSStudio,1BA$1,175
Sol Studios0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,195
Jupiter ApartmentsStudio - 247 sqftStudio,1BA$1,215

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Area, WA

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Area area is the $2.75 price per square foot 129 25th Ave Model at 129 25th Ave, Unit A in the in the Mercer Heights neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Central Area apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Harbortown Apartments starting at $2,345 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Broadway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
129 25th Ave, Unit A129 25th Ave5BR,2.5BA$2.75
Harbortown Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.76
Verse1x1 Den A1BR,1BA$2.54
Bancroft Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.55
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.45
Park Royal Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.69
BEAM1x1 Urban MFTE1BR,1BA$2.83
Fairmont Cherry Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.59
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1.98
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Area, Seattle, WA

Ranked #25

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Area is at Towne Apartments listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Area Apartment is $1,052 at Elizabeth James House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Area is starting from $1,767 at Miller Park.

What is the most affordable Central Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Capitol Crest and starts from $2,900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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