Cheap Homes for Rent in First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,700 (16 Rentals)
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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 | $3,490 | $3,490 | $3,490 |
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There are currently 16 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 $795. Cambridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. 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 | $795 |
Cambridge Apartments | Studio - 60% AMI | Studio,1BA | $999 |
100 on 6th | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Addison on Fourth Residential | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
423 Terry Apartments in the Heart of First Hill | S Premium Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Hill area is the $2.95 price per square foot 412 11th Avenue Model at 412 11th Avenue, Unit 213 in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value First Hill apartment is the Barberry Model at Arrive First Hill starting at $2,675 with a $2.97 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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412 11th Avenue, Unit 213 | 412 11th Avenue | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
Arrive First Hill | Barberry | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Alderview - 300 11th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Coppins Well | 1Bed 1Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Avanti | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Hana | 1x1URB-502 | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Belmont Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.92 |
The Rise on Madison - Affordable Housing | Studio 60 Percent AMI | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
Cambridge Apartments | Studio - 50% AMI | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
100 on 6th | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about First Hill
What type of rentals are currently available in First Hill?
There are currently 205 Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA with pricing that ranges from $990 to $10,000. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Hill ranging from $1,700 to $3,490.
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 $1,700 to $3,490 with an average monthly rent of $2,450.
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