Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Genesee Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $800 (11 Rentals)

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Westview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

4540 45th Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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3084 SW Avalon WaySeattle, WA 98126

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon

3060 SW Avalon WaySeattle, WA 98126

Genesee, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Genesee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Genesee area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Avalon Micro Studios priced from $850. Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and Efficient Studio Building in the Heart of West Seattle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Genesee apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$850
Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and Efficient Studio Building in the Heart of West SeattleStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$925
Bode at Luna ParkMicroStudio,1BA$1,095
Altamira ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$1,177
Montisi ApartmentsStudio - 281 sqftStudio,1BA$1,283

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, WA

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $2.29 price per square foot Townhome A Model at Forge West Seattle in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,899. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the Bainbridge Loft Model at Elan 41 starting at $2,990 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Riverview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Genesee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forge West SeattleTownhome A2BR,1.5BA$2.29
Elan 41Bainbridge Loft2BR,2BA$2.99
City Watch ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.62
Avalon West Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.74
OregonianUnrenovated1BR,1BA$2.78
SkySky Q1BR,1BA$2.95
Altamira ApartmentsMFTE 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
NovaUrban One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.65
Residences at 3295One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.85
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$2.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Genesee, Seattle, WA

Ranked #63

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Southwestern Seattle, WA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Genesee Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Genesee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Genesee is at Avalon Micro Studios listed at $850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Genesee Apartment is $1,517 at Altamira Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Genesee is starting from $2,195 at Avalon West Apartments.

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