
Apartments for Rent in the First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (255 Rentals)


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Museum House

Vantage Park

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AVIA on Pike Street

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Mason & Main

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Ovation

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Tapestry

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Swell

Hana

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The Mill at First Hill

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Gridline

The Point
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Zig

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Avanti

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The Victor

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Saxton

The Cove

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100 on 6th

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Coppins Well

Evolve Apartments

1317 Minor Ave

303 E Pike St, Unit #503

450 S Main St, Unit 1305
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First Hill, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Hill Studio Apartments | $1,831 | $949 | $3,183 |
| First Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,099 | $4,093 |
| First Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $1,399 | $8,738 |
| First Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,798 | $1,966 | $8,039 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in First Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,700 | $2,600 | $2,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,995 | $5,995 | $5,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFirst Hill, Seattle, WA
Ranked #25
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including First Hill, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? this residential area is a top part of town 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, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best education opportunities for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and outdoor amenities? First Hill is a highly-rated area for parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
First Hill is known as amongst the finest 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 olympic-sized pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area has a reputation as one of the finest submarkets for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about First Hill
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the First Hill area of Seattle, WA?
As of today, July 26, 2026, there are currently 255 available First Hill apartments priced from $949 to $8,738, with an average monthly rent of $2,491.
How much are Studio apartments in First Hill?
There are currently 146 Studio Apartments in First Hill with rent ranges from $949 to $3,183 with an average price of $1,831.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom First Hill Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in First Hill ranges from $1,099 to $4,093 with an average monthly rent of $2,216.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in First Hill cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in First Hill range from $1,399 to $8,738. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,466.
How expensive are First Hill Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in First Hill on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,966 to $8,039 - averaging $6,798 for the location.
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