Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Seattle Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (37 Rentals)

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property at 705 E Republican St

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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705 E Republican St, Unit Vertigo

705 E Republican St
SeattleWA98102

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property at 108 5th Ave S

$1,495 - $2,600

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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108 5th Ave S

SeattleWA98104

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Cheapest Available Central Seattle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Seattle area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Hotel priced from $617. Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here are the most affordable Central Seattle apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps HotelStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$617
Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$749
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
2371 Franklin Apartments in EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$799
Belmont Flats0BR/0.5BAStudio,$799
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$799
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$825
Melrose30%SStudio,1BA$825
Soleil ApartmentsSTUDIO 2Studio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Seattle area is the $2.12 price per square foot 3-bedroom Model at 13th & Fir APARTMENTS in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,130. The second greatest value Central Seattle apartment is the 2239 Yale Ave E Model at 2239 Yale Ave E, Unit 201 starting at $1,750 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Seattle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
13th & Fir APARTMENTS3-bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.12
2239 Yale Ave E, Unit 2012239 Yale Ave E1BR,1BA$2.08
Harrison Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.21
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.20
600 NinthHT1A1BR,1BA$2.00
Hong Kong Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Penthouse1BR,1BA$2.16
Uncle Bob's PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$2.08
An LacStudioStudio ,1BA$2.11
Louisa HotelStudio ApartmentsStudio ,1BA$2.15

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Seattle

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Seattle?

There are currently 1668 Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA with pricing that ranges from $617 to $23,260. There are also 203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Seattle ranging from $625 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Seattle ranges from $625 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,092.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Seattle range from $2,037 to $18,491, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,730.

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