Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Area Seattle, WA from $700 (27 Rentals)

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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 Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! priced from $795. Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Central Area apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$799
1806-1812 12th Ave ApartmentsStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$850
Towne ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$850
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Elizabeth James House1BA1BR,1BA$1,052
Sol Studios0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,095
Modern Studio in the Heart of Capitol HillMFTE UNITSStudio,1BA$1,105
Glen Ellen ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
The RedwoodStudio 1.2Studio,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Area, WA

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Area area is the $2.67 price per square foot 1425 E Yesler Way Model at 1425 E Yesler Way, Unit 4 in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Central Area apartment is the 1x1 Model at Clairemont Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.76 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1425 E Yesler Way, Unit 41425 E Yesler Way3BR,2BA$2.67
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.76
Beacon Pacific Village ApartmentsC11BR,1BA$2.21
VerseStudio AStudio ,1BA$2.53
Craft Apartmentscr2-01 - Open One Bedroom (535-656 RSF)1BR,1BA$2.89
Alderview - 300 11th Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.92
Fairmont Cherry Hill1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.55
Elizabeth James House1BA1BR,1BA$1.98
Glen Ellen Apartments-Studio ,1BA$2.91
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Area?

There are currently 527 Apartments for Rent in Central Area, WA with pricing that ranges from $782 to $7,690. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Area ranging from $705 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Area ranges from $705 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,722.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Area range from $1,859 to $7,690, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $6,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,031.

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