Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (135 Rentals)

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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 $795. 2371 Franklin Apartments in Eastlake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
2371 Franklin Apartments in EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$915
Eastlake FlatsB - Medium StudioStudio,1BA$925
Vermont InnFurnished- Six Month LeaseStudio,1BA$1,050
Kulle Urban LivingUrban Studio AStudio,1BA$1,070
The Davenport0-StudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Lime Studios0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,145
Abbey Park Apartments in Vibrant EastlakeStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Alloy0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,198
741 Harvard Modern studios with w/d in unit!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Union, WA

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Union area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2510 Fairview Ave E Model at 2510 Fairview Ave E, Unit 100 in the in the Cascade neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Lake Union apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Bella Vista Apartments starting at $3,050 with a $2.54 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.
2510 Fairview Ave E, Unit 1002510 Fairview Ave E2BR,1.5BA$2.46
Bella Vista Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.54
Larson Building1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.51
Mercerview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.45
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Madlyn ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43
525 E Roy St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.56
Camelot Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.49
Sheffield1bd 3041BR,1BA$2.52
Alloy0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.27

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake Union, Seattle, WA

Ranked #17

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 $795.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Union Apartment is $1,282 at Highland Court.

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 $1,850 at Lakeview Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galleon and starts from $2,895.

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