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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Seattle, WA

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Seattle, WA area range in price from $600 to $31,995 with an overall median price of $3,501. The three Seattle neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wedgwood at $925, Cedar Mountain at $1,600, and Duwamish at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seattle Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wedgwood$1,160$9254
Cedar Mountain$1,600$1,6001
Duwamish$1,650$1,6502
North Admiral$1,695$1,45022
Gatewood$1,899$1,4503
South Des Moines$1,950$1,09510
Central Des Moines$1,972$1,35034
East Bremerton$1,995$1,08460
East Park$1,995$1,00075
Manette$1,995$1,00072

Cheapest Available Seattle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Eden Apartments in the Dunlap neighborhood priced from $635. Alps Apartments in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seattle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$635
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$675
Madkin ApartmentsSROStudio,1BA$750
Luna Mia Co-Living StudiosSROStudio,1BA$750
Courtland PlaceOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$774
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$799
Oregon ApartmentsStudio A - 30% AMIStudio,1BA$804
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!Studio MFTEStudio,1BA$812

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA

As of July 25, 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
Courtland PlaceTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.56
Admiral2bd4012BR,1BA$1.64
Sunset ViewA22BR,1BA$1.72
La Vista Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.63
Yugo Seattle Rivendell2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Pacific Sunrise3x1.5 RF3BR,1.5BA$1.54
127 14th Ave, Unit B127 14th Ave2BR,1BA$1.20
Fremont Solstice2BS2BR,1BA$1.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about Seattle

What type of rentals are currently available in Seattle?

There are currently 7528 Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA with pricing that ranges from $675 to $31,995. There are also 1078 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Seattle ranging from $610 to $24,500.

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 $610 to $24,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,407.

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 $1,075 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,095 to $9,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $875.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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