Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Park Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (55 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Forge West Seattle
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$1,915 - $3,331
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Forge West Seattle

4435 35th Ave SWSeattle, WA 98126
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4730 California
$2,112 - $5,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 15

4730 California

4730 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Avala Apartments
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Avala Apartments

3084 SW Avalon WaySeattle, WA 98126

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Avalon
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon

3060 SW Avalon WaySeattle, WA 98126
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Sound View
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Sound View

4815 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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The Blake Apartments
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The Blake Apartments

5020 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98136
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Mural
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Mural

4727 42nd Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Spruce
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Spruce

4555 39th Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Adell Apartments
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Adell Apartments

4532 SW 42nd AveSeattle, WA 98116
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West 206 Apartments
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West 206 Apartments

2301 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Skylark Apartments
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Skylark Apartments

4830 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Bradford Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bradford Arms

3911 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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The Whittaker
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The Whittaker

4755 Fauntleroy Way SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Basalt
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Basalt

4205 SW Genesee StSeattle, WA 98118
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Upton Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Upton Flats

3490 SW Graham StSeattle, WA 98126

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

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Fairmount Park, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmount Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount Park area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and Efficient Studio Building in the Heart of West Seattle priced from $750. Avalon Micro Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Fairmount Park apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and Efficient Studio Building in the Heart of West SeattleStudioStudio,1BA$750
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$850
Bode at Luna ParkMicro DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,175
Studio In Central West Seattle1x11BR,1BA$1,298
Junction CentralStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,325
The Edge1x11BR,1BA$1,450
Altamira ApartmentsMFTE 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,517
The Blake ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath S1 MFTEStudio,1BA$1,525
AJStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
Residences at 3295Studio1BR,1BA$1,530

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount Park, WA

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairmount Park area is the $3.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Residences at 3295 in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Fairmount Park apartment is the Open C Model at Mural starting at $2,159 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Riverview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Residences at 3295Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.04
MuralOpen C1BR,1BA$2.90
Avalon West Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.85
Altamira Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.64
Strata on California1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.81
The WhittakerO9 Open 1 Bed North1BR,1BA$2.95
NovaLive + Work1BR,1BA$3.02
The Edge1x11BR,1BA$2.23
West 9 Apartments - West Seattle1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.67
Studio In Central West Seattle1x1 R1BR,1BA$3.09

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

Cut down on your commute! Discover Seattle's top neighborhoods to rent near major employers like Amazon, Meta, and Fred Hutchinson. Find your ideal work-life balance in the Emerald City.

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Washington including Fairmount Park, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmount Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fairmount Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairmount Park is under $1,530.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmount Park?

The cheapest apartment in Fairmount Park is Studio In Central West Seattle which is listed at $1,298, while the average apartment in Fairmount Park costs $2,625.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmount Park?

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 12 regular apartments in Fairmount Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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