Cheap Homes for Rent in the Genesee Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $2,100 (2 Rentals)

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$2,500

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4424 42nd Ave SW

SeattleWA98116

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee, WA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Genesee area is the $2.87 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Avalon West Apartments in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Genesee apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at West Side Flats South starting at $1,975 with a $2.55 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.
Avalon West Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.87
West Side Flats South1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.55
Residences at 3295Two Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.04
Oregonian ApartmentsUnrenovated1BR,1BA$2.88
Altamira Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.45
NovaLive + Work1BR,1BA$3.32
SkySky H - Income Limited1BR,1BA$3.30
AJOpen 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.14
Birch Tree ApartmentsUnit #21BR,1BA$3.27
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$2.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Genesee

What type of rentals are currently available in Genesee?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Genesee, WA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $6,542. There are also 10 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Genesee ranging from $2,100 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Genesee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Genesee ranges from $2,100 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,970.

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