
Apartments for Rent in the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (988 Rentals)


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Kaye

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Onni South Lake Union

Vantage Park

Met Tower

Yesler Towers

BEAM

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Museum House
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Noda

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AVIA on Pike Street

The Confidential

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Skyglass

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Mason & Main

Artix

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The Waverly

Ovation

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REN
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Connection on Broadway

Tellus on Dexter

Marlowe

Alexan 100

Sentral First Hill

Avalon Belltown Towers

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McKenzie

AMLI Arc

Kinects Tower

VIVA
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AVA Capitol Hill

Marq 211

Premiere on Pine

Skye at Belltown
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Central Waterfront, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,808 | $546 | $3,912 |
| Central Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $850 | $9,107 |
| Central Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,135 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Central Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,041 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 988 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Waterfront Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Waterfront, Seattle, WA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Seattle. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with young children? Central Waterfront has risen to be a favorite neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and great education.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and outdoor amenities? this residential area has established a name for itself as providing first-class access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is known as one of the best 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 saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Waterfront
How much are Studio apartments in Central Waterfront?
There are currently 573 Studio Apartments in Central Waterfront with rent ranges from $546 to $3,912 with an average price of $1,808.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Waterfront Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Waterfront ranges from $850 to $9,107 with an average monthly rent of $2,582.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Waterfront cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Waterfront range from $600 to $25,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,135.
How expensive are Central Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Waterfront on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,135 to $31,995 - averaging $8,041 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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