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Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Seattle, WA

Pricing Updated: 09/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Seattle, WA area range in price from $400 to $15,000 with an overall median price of $5,282. The three Seattle neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cascade View at $925, Pacific Ridge at $1,375, and Central Silverdale at $1,950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seattle Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cascade View$925$9251
Pacific Ridge$1,375$1,3751
Central Silverdale$2,175$1,9501
Olympic View$2,295$40017
South Renton$2,475$1,4952
Montreux$2,495$2,4951
Downtown Newcastle$2,595$2,5951
Walkers Run$2,595$2,5951
Olde Town$2,600$1,9953
Outer Silverdale$2,650$1,9004

Cheapest Available Seattle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Apartments in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood priced from $600. Eden Apartments in the Dunlap neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seattle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$600
Eden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$635
Sedona ApartmentsStudio 1Studio,1BA$719
Alcove Ballard ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Oregon ApartmentsStudio A - 30% AMIStudio,1BA$757
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!Studio MFTEStudio,1BA$775
Station HouseSStudio,1BA$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Luna Mia Co-Living StudiosSROStudio,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seattle area is the $1.49 price per square foot House Model at The Edge in the in the Riverview neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Seattle apartment is the 8801 Aurora Ave N Model at 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 starting at $950 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the North College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seattle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EdgeHouse3BR,2BA$1.49
8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 18801 Aurora Ave N5BR,3BA$0.53
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1.5BA$0.58
Courtland PlaceTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.56
5702 Palatine Ave N5702 Palatine Ave N1BR,1BA$1.53
Avaya at Town Center2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.75
Park Hill2 Bed 1 Bath D2BR,1BA$1.56
Scriber Creek ApartmentsBluebell2BR,2BA$1.74
La Vista Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.63
Fremont Solstice2BS2BR,1BA$1.66

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Seattle, WA
Population: 744,955

Ranked #18

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Seattle, WA

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle

What type of rentals are currently available in Seattle?

There are currently 7569 Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA with pricing that ranges from $205 to $31,995. There are also 1245 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Seattle ranging from $650 to $15,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Seattle ranges from $650 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,220.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Seattle?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Seattle range from $775 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,099.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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