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Central Seattle, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 Apartments priced from $675. Luna Mia Co-Living Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Central Seattle apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$675
Luna Mia Co-Living StudiosSROStudio,1BA$750
Madkin ApartmentsSROStudio,1BA$750
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$790
Melrose30%SStudio,1BA$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Alcove First HillStudio LVT - MFTEStudio,1BA$795
Mt Baker The Maddux ApartmentsStudio FStudio,1BA$850
1806-1812 12th Ave ApartmentsStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Seattle area is the $1.76 price per square foot 3 bedroom - 60% AMI Model at Pardee Townhomes in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $2,037. The second greatest value Central Seattle apartment is the 2x1 Model at Roycroft Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 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.
Pardee Townhomes3 bedroom - 60% AMI3BR,1.5BA$1.76
Roycroft Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.10
810 27th Ave, Unit Central District apt810 27th Ave3BR,1BA$2.00
Larson BuildingLive/Work1BR,2BA$2.29
Miller Park50% Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.24
Hollywood ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.24
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.15
Uncle Bob's PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.15
Elizabeth James House1BA1BR,1BA$1.98
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.96

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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 $675 to $10,000. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Seattle ranging from $675 to $9,500.

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 $675 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,988.

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 $1,859 to $8,013, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,031.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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