
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA (70 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Area area of Seattle with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Hilite

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BEAM

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Mason & Main

VIVA

Anthem on 12th

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Pratt Park

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Muir

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900 Rainier

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Jackson Apartments
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Liberty Bank Building

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REO Flats

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East Union

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Sunset Electric

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Beryl Apartments

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Solis

The Weatherford
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2311 E John St, Unit #6

938 21st Ave

900 21st Ave

316 19th Ave

335 Martin Luther King Jr Way

2407 E Union St

2207 E Union St

917A 17th Ave

210 27th Ave E

1717 22nd Ave
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2407 E Union St

914 16th Ave

1914 E Jefferson St

1208 E Thomas St

104 12th Ave

1220 E Columbia St

1431 E Howell St

2301 E Union St

905 17th Ave

1835 14th Ave
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1503 E Spruce St

1414 E Howell St

1600 S Washington St

113 27th Ave S

1106 12th Ave

915 14th Ave

2401 S Jackson St

329 Lakeside Ave S

705 24th Ave

2214 E Terrace 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 | $1,505 | $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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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Area Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Area, Seattle, WA
Ranked #26
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 278 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $795 to $2,922 with an average price of $1,505.
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 $1,300 to $7,247 with an average monthly rent of $1,967.
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 $1,500 to $9,288. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,198.
How expensive are Central Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 50 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,130 to $14,465 - averaging $5,912 for the location.
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