Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (79 Rentals)

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Zig
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$1,458 - $2,710
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$1,453 - $2,705
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$1,458 - $2,710
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Zig

550 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122
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Mason & Main
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$1,563 - $4,249
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$1,558 - $4,244
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$1,563 - $4,249
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mason & Main

209 12th Ave SSeattle, WA 98144
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Cypress
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$1,689 - $3,500
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$1,684 - $3,495
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$1,689 - $3,500
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Cypress

120 BroadwaySeattle, WA 98122
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Terrazza
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Terrazza

413 11th AveSeattle, WA 98122

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Hirabayashi Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hirabayashi Place

424 S Main StSeattle, WA 98104
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Lowell Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lowell Apartments

1102 8th AveSeattle, WA 98101
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100 on 6th
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100 on 6th

100 6th Ave SSeattle, WA 98104
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Sawara
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Sawara

740 Yesler WaySeattle, WA 98104
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Hill House Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hill House Apartments

321 10th AveSeattle, WA 98122
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Imperial House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Imperial House

520 S Main StSeattle, WA 98104
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First Hill, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 Belmont Flats priced from $799. Soleil Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Belmont Flats0BR/0.5BAStudio,$799
Soleil ApartmentsSTUDIO 2Studio,1BA$825
Manchester Arms0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$825
Alcove First Hill - Efficient and Convenient Apartment in Alcove First HillStudio LVTStudio,1BA$849
423 Terry Apartments in the Heart of First HillS StandardStudio,1BA$909
Washington Terrace Senior Affordable ApartmentsA021BR,1BA$999
Zindorf ApartmentsStudio DStudio,1BA$1,095
Cambridge ApartmentsStudio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,099
Union Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,249
The Rise on Madison - Affordable HousingStudio 50 Percent AMIStudio,1BA$1,266

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA

As of March 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Hill area is the $2.51 price per square foot 3x2 B Model at Panorama in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $3,465. The second greatest value First Hill apartment is the Barberry Model at Arrive First Hill starting at $2,345 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Panorama3x2 B3BR,2BA$2.51
Arrive First HillBarberry2BR,1BA$2.61
The Jefferson2B2BR,1BA$2.40
Avanti1X11BR,1BA$2.64
600 NinthHT1A1BR,1BA$2.18
Alderview - 300 11th Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.76
Tate Mason House - 55+ Community1 Bedroom - 60% AMI1BR,1BA$2.57
Chasselton0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.83
Washington Terrace Senior Affordable ApartmentsA011BR,1BA$2.46
Belmont Flats0BR/0.5BAStudio ,0.5BA$2.66

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First Hill, Seattle, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Central Seattle. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in First Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in First Hill is at Belmont Flats listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Hill Apartment is $999 at Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom First Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in First Hill is starting from $1,499 at Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments.

What is the most affordable First Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap First Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Rise on Madison - Affordable Housing and starts from $2,272.

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