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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4028 California Ave SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

4028 California Ave SW

4028 California Ave SWSeattle, WA 98116
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Avala Apartments
Studio Apartments

Avala Apartments

3084 SW Avalon WaySeattle, WA 98126
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Avalon
1 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. Bode Luna Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Genesee apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$850
Bode Luna ParkMicroStudio,1BA$1,095
Altamira Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Montisi ApartmentsStudio - 295 sqftStudio,1BA$1,238
Junction CentralStudio 3Studio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, WA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $2.46 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at City Watch Apartments in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,785. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the Sky S Model at Sky starting at $2,998 with a $3.29 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.
City Watch ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.46
SkySky S2BR,2BA$3.29
LinkTraditional 2bd 1ba - A2BR,1BA$3.39
Elan 41Camano1BR,1BA$3.03
Link + MuralMural - Urban 1bd 1 ba - A1BR,1BA$2.96
Terrace Villa Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.63
Altamira ApartmentsStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.84
AJOpen 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Residences at 3295Studio1BR,1BA$3.11
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$2.83

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Genesee, Seattle, WA

Ranked #64

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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.

Getting Around the Genesee Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $1,195 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 $2,200 at AJ.

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