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Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+)
5727 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
3308 Claremont Ave S
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2900 S Court St
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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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NOCO Apartments
4525 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Hanford Studios
2807 S Hanford StSeattle, WA 98144
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Symphony Apartments
4221 37th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Summerstone
5230 39th Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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SPOKANE AT RAINIER COURT a 55+ Affordable Community
3616 34th Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Columbia Gardens a 55+ Affordable Community
3610 33rd Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Dakota
3642 33rd Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Vale Studios
4735 32nd Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Kenny Apartments
5913 Rainier Ave SSeattle, WA 98118
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Garden Court Apartments
6334 Rainier 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 | $1,536 | $594 | $3,629 |
| Columbia City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $634 | $3,612 |
| Columbia City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,100 | $6,168 |
| Columbia City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,307 | $7,307 | $7,307 |
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There are currently 17 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 Studio unit found at Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) priced from $594. Courtland Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. Here are the most affordable Columbia City apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) | Studio Homes for Seniors 55+ | Studio,1BA | $594 |
| Courtland Place | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| SPOKANE AT RAINIER COURT a 55+ Affordable Community | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Columbia Gardens a 55+ Affordable Community | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| NOCO Apartments | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $1,001 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbia City, WA
As of February 23, 2026 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 2BR/1.0BA Model at Kenny Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 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 |
| Kenny Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Dakota | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| SPOKANE AT RAINIER COURT a 55+ Affordable Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Lantera Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 3622 37th Ave S, Unit B | 3622 37th Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Columbia Gardens a 55+ Affordable Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| BODE Columbia City | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Crestview | One bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) | Studio Homes for Seniors 55+ | Studio ,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbia City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Columbia City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Columbia City is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbia City?
The cheapest apartment in Columbia City is Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+) which is listed at $634, while the average apartment in Columbia City costs $7,307.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Columbia City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Columbia City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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