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Soleil
315 10th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Addison on Fourth Apartments
308 4th Ave SSeattle, WA 98104
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Zindorf Apartments
714 7th AveSeattle, WA 98104
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The Mill at First Hill
1000 8th AveSeattle, WA 98104
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100 on 6th
100 6th Ave SSeattle, WA 98104
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Union Plaza Apartments
400 E Union StSeattle, WA 98122
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1003 E Jefferson St
1003 E Jefferson StSeattle, WA 98122
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Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments
120 6th Ave SSeattle, WA 98104
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The Rise on Madison - Affordable Housing
1400 Madison StSeattle, WA 98104
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104 12th Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID743
104 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Hana
101 6th Ave SSeattle, WA 98104
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1011 E Terrace St, Unit SI FL5-ID695
1011 E Terrace StSeattle, WA 98122
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Stockbridge Apartment Homes
1330 Boren AveSeattle, WA 98101
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The Exeter
720 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101
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1020 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101
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Clearwater Apartments - Star Apartments
167 11th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Anthem on 12th
103 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Woodworth Apartments
1225 10th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Yesler Towers
809 S Washington StSeattle, WA 98104
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Arrive First Hill
600 7th AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Quintessa Apartments
201 Yesler WaySeattle, WA 98104
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Ovation
702 Spring StSeattle, WA 98104
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104 12th Ave, Unit SI FL7-ID756
104 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Zig
550 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122
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M Street
910 8th AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Avanti
1401 Boren AveSeattle, WA 98101
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Coppins Well
1000 Minor AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Mason & Main
209 12th Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Tapestry
104 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Saxton
520 Terry AveSeattle, WA 98104
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1111 E Union StSeattle, WA 98122
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1011 E Terrace St, Unit SI FL5-ID696
1011 E Terrace StSeattle, WA 98122
1200 Boylston Ave, Unit 703
1200 Boylston Ave
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Vantage Park
1011 E Terrace StSeattle, WA 98122
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AVIA on Pike Street
1011 Pike StSeattle, WA 98101
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Evolve Apartments
954 E Union StSeattle, WA 98122
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Decibel on 12th
301 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
450 South Main St, Unit 413
450 South Main St
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Charbonneau Apartments
1201 Boylston AveSeattle, WA 98101
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Firenze aPodment Suites
151 12th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Alcove First Hill
220 10th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Manchester Arms
1412 Summit AveSeattle, WA 98122
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423 Terry
423 Terry AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Terrazza
413 11th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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1215 Seneca StSeattle, WA 98101
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1411 Boylston AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Monticello Apartments
415 Boren AveSeattle, WA 98104
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Hirabayashi Place
424 S Main StSeattle, WA 98104
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Lowell Apartments
1102 8th AveSeattle, WA 98101
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Starlight Apartments
915 Cherry StSeattle, WA 98104
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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 | $1,878 | $825 | $3,183 |
| First Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $1,150 | $5,613 |
| First Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,384 | $1,690 | $7,934 |
| First Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,334 | $1,966 | $8,039 |
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Cheapest Available First Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Hill area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove First Hill priced from $799. Soleil has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable First Hill apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Alcove First Hill | Studio LVT - MFTE | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Soleil | 0/1.0 | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Manchester Arms | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 423 Terry | S Standard | Studio,1BA | $889 |
| Addison on Fourth Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Zindorf Apartments | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| The Mill at First Hill | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 100 on 6th | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Hirabayashi Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| Union Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Hill area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2x2-818 Model at Hana in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value First Hill apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Oxford Crest Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Hana | 2x2-818 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Oxford Crest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 600 Ninth | HT2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Union Arms | Studio G | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| The Exeter | Espresso | Studio ,1BA | $2.87 |
| Chasselton Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
| 100 on 6th | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Tate Mason House - 55+ Community | Studio - 60% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $2.91 |
| Hirabayashi Place | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.74 |
| Soleil | 0/1.0 | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in First Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in First Hill is under $1,270.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in First Hill?
The cheapest apartment in First Hill is 100 on 6th which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in First Hill costs $2,291.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in First Hill?
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 76 regular apartments in First Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in First Hill?
Cheap apartments in First Hill have an average cost of $254 which is $2,037 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in First Hill.
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