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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genesee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee Studio Apartments | $1,522 | $850 | $3,472 |
| Genesee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,517 | $4,720 |
| Genesee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $2,193 | $5,697 |
| Genesee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,401 | $6,401 | $6,401 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Genesee Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Micro Studios | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and Efficient Studio Building in the Heart of West Seattle | Studio MFTE | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Bode at Luna Park | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Altamira Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,177 |
| Montisi Apartments | Studio - 281 sqft | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge West Seattle | Townhome A | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.29 |
| Elan 41 | Bainbridge Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| City Watch Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Avalon West Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Oregonian | Unrenovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Sky | Sky Q | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Altamira Apartments | MFTE 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Nova | Urban One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Residences at 3295 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Avalon Micro Studios | Micro Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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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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