Apartments for Rent in the Columbia City Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (113 Rentals)

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Arlo
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$2,017 - $4,258
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4720 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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3924 S Brandon St

SeattleWA98118
property at 3314 Wetmore Ave S

$3,495

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 26

3314 Wetmore Ave S

SeattleWA98144

The Emerald City's Secrets: A 30-Year Local's Guide to Renting in Seattle

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Zen Condos
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Zen Condos

5014 39th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118

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Chris Apartments
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Chris Apartments

4900 39th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Hudson
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hudson

4910 39th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118

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Columbia City, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia City

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Columbia City area of Seattle, WA?

As of today, August 24, 2026, there are currently 113 available Columbia City apartments priced from $594 to $11,605, with an average monthly rent of $1,822.

How much are Studio apartments in Columbia City?

There are currently 39 Studio Apartments in Columbia City with rent ranges from $594 to $3,093 with an average price of $1,504.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Columbia City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Columbia City ranges from $634 to $3,764 with an average monthly rent of $1,781.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Columbia City range from $1,226 to $4,701. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,292.

Expert Rental Resources

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