
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA (91 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Area area of Seattle with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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BEAM

Hilite

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Mason & Main

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Muir

Decibel on 12th

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Sunset Electric

Anthem on 12th

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Tanager

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Jackson Apartments
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REO Flats

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900 Rainier

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Tapestry

Lawrence Lofts

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Pratt Park

13th & Fir APARTMENTS

2118 E James St

620 21st Ave

1521 E Spruce St
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1123C 18th Ave

919 23rd Ave

908 23rd Ave

467 14th Ave

1412 20th Ave, Unit C

219 23rd Ave

2806 S Charles St

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1835 14th Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1035992P

1419 24th Ave, Unit 814

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2717B E Yesler Wy, Unit SI ID1035856P
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1419 24th Ave, Unit 107

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2207 E Union St, Unit SI ID1364268P

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1717 22nd Ave, Unit SI ID1364263P

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1112 13th Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1035940P

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104 12th Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID753

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2401 S Jackson St, Unit SI FL3-ID549

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905 17th Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1036009P

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1333 E Denny Way, Unit SI FL4-ID1036021P

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1916 E Spruce St, Unit SI FL3-ID1036059P

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1505 E Spruce St, Unit SI ID1035891P
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1609 S Washington St, Unit SI ID1035897P

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933A 13th Ave, Unit SI ID1036004P

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1112 13th Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1036010P

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2301 E Union St, Unit SI FL6-ID741

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2401 S Jackson St, Unit SI FL6-ID548

122 20th Ave

2005A S Washington St

164 15th Ave

121 13th Ave E

1308 E Marion St
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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 | $1,516 | $775 | $2,299 |
| Central Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,195 | $4,933 |
| Central Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,923 | $1,017 | $5,946 |
| Central Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $1,175 | $6,638 |
| Central Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $1,311 | $3,695 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Area, Seattle, WA
Ranked #27
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Central Area, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Luxury Living Rating
This part of town has a reputation as one of our preferred higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area
How much are Studio apartments in Central Area?
There are currently 284 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $775 to $2,299 with an average price of $1,516.
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 $4,933 with an average monthly rent of $2,020.
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 $1,017 to $5,946. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,923.
How expensive are Central Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 58 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,175 to $6,638 - averaging $3,372 for the location.
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