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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbia City Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (13 Rentals)
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$774 - $1,9781 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Courtland Place
3621 33rd Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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$7753 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1
5308 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, Unit #301
5308 Martin Luther King Jr Way SSeattle, WA 98118
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$875 - $1,205Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+)
5727 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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$995 - $1,269Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
NOCO Apartments
4525 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,025 - $2,500Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Summerstone
5230 39th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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$1,201 - $3,295Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Symphony Apartments
4221 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Columbia City, Seattle, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Columbia City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia City Studio Apartments | $1,502 | $875 | $3,450 |
| Columbia City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $1,004 | $5,132 |
| Columbia City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,100 | $7,368 |
| Columbia City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,160 | $775 | $7,545 |
| Columbia City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Columbia City Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Columbia City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbia City area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtland Place priced from $774. NOCO Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Columbia City apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtland Place | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| NOCO Apartments | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Hanford Studios | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Summerstone | MHA Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Vale Studios | Studios -MFTE | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, WA
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Columbia City area is the $1.56 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Courtland Place in the in the Mercer Heights neighborhood starting from $1,978. The second greatest value Columbia City apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath B3 Model at Sonata at Columbia Station starting at $2,850 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Mercer Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbia City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtland Place | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Sonata at Columbia Station | 2 Bed, 2 Bath B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 3208 Rainier Ave S, Unit 302 | 3208 Rainier Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Joe Black Apartments | 3B | 3BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| CityLine | One Bedroom A1D-CL2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Gardner House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Symphony Apartments | 1-Bed Q | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Lantera Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) | One Bedroom Homes for Seniors 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Crestview | One bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColumbia City, Seattle, WA
Ranked #73
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Columbia City, Seattle, WA
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Getting Around the Columbia City Neighborhood in Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Columbia City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Columbia City is at NOCO Apartments listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Columbia City Apartment is $774 at Courtland Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Columbia City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Columbia City is starting from $1,100 at Courtland Place.
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