Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (173 Rentals)

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708 6th Ave N

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Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Union Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Union area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Amherst Micro Studios priced from $825. Eastlake Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$825
Eastlake FlatsA - Small StudioStudio,1BA$895
Vermont InnFurnished- Six Month LeaseStudio,1BA$1,050
Kulle Urban LivingUrban Studio AStudio,1BA$1,070
Odessa ApartmentsStudio Loft ADAStudio,1BA$1,149
Olive Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
Abbey Park Apartments in Vibrant EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Alloy0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,198
Bell View ApartmentsStudio / 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,223
Pantages3/13BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Union, WA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Union area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2BD/2BA Model at 6th Ave Apartments in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Lake Union apartment is the 711 Summit Ave E Model at 711 Summit Ave E, Unit C starting at $2,275 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Union apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6th Ave Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.52
711 Summit Ave E, Unit C711 Summit Ave E2BR,1BA$2.21
Kelo2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.29
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Mercerview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.38
Red Lion1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.30
The Carlton ApartmentsStudio BStudio ,1BA$2.50
700 E Mercer1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.44
Redside - The Mulholland0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.47
Bell View ApartmentsStudio / 1 BathStudio ,1BA$2.47

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Lake Union, Seattle, WA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lake Union, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Union Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Union?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Union is at Amherst Micro Studios listed at $825.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Union Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Union Apartment is $1,150 at Olive Terrace Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Union Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Union is starting from $1,767 at Oleta.

What is the most affordable Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pantages and starts from $1,225.

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