Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Seattle Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $500 (28 Rentals)

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property at 219 23rd Ave

$1,550

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$1,550
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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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219 23rd Ave

SeattleWA98122

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property at 108 5th Ave S

$1,750 - $2,600

1 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 $600. Milwaukee Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $635. Here are the most affordable Central Seattle apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps HotelStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$600
Milwaukee ApartmentsStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$635
Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$750
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$799
Alcove First Hill - Efficient and Convenient Apartment in Alcove First HillStudio Basement - MFTEStudio,1BA$812
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$825
Melrose30%SStudio,1BA$825
422 11th Ave - Amazing Studios!Studio MFTEStudio,1BA$832

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Seattle area is the $2.04 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Madison Court in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Central Seattle apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Plaza Roberto Maestas starting at $1,097 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the West Seattle 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.
Madison Court2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.04
Plaza Roberto Maestas2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.12
Minor Tower Apartments - Located in Eastlake1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.05
Pacific Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.06
Triad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.15
Berneva1B1BR,1BA$2.09
Uncle Bob's PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12
An LacStudioStudio ,1BA$2.11
Louisa HotelStudio ApartmentsStudio ,1BA$2.15
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.08

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Seattle

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Seattle?

There are currently 1665 Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $16,015. There are also 185 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Seattle ranging from $500 to $6,500.

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 $500 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,950.

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 $1,135 to $12,578, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,730.

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