Cheap Homes for Rent in First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)
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450 South Main St

108 5th Ave S
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104 12th Ave

450 South Main St

125 Boren Ave S
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450 S Main St, Unit 505
First Hill, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in First Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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First Hill 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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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 $812. Soleil Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. 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 | $812 |
Soleil Apartments | Furnished Studios Perfect for Short-Term Rentals | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments | A04 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Addison on Fourth Residential | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Cambridge Apartments | Studio - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,132 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Hill area is the $2.92 price per square foot Penthouse B Model at Panorama in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $6,717. The second greatest value First Hill apartment is the Barberry Model at Arrive First Hill starting at $2,475 with a $2.75 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Panorama | Penthouse B | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Arrive First Hill | Barberry | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Anthem on 12th | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
Bay Ridge Court (Cobblestone Court) | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
Lexington Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
The Jefferson | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Hana | 1x1URB-502 | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Ludlow B Apartments | Ludlow B 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Tate Mason House - 55+ Community | Studio - 60% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $2.77 |
The Rise on Madison - Affordable Housing | Studio 60 Percent AMI | Studio ,1BA | $3.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about First Hill
What type of rentals are currently available in First Hill?
There are currently 212 Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $8,432. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Hill ranging from $1,600 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First Hill?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First Hill ranges from $1,600 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,397.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA
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I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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