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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 $950. El Mondo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$950
El Mondo Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,025
Kulle Urban LivingUrban Studio FStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Union, WA

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Union area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2234 Eastlake Ave E Model at 2234 Eastlake Ave E, Unit PH1 in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Lake Union apartment is the 2x1 Model at Roycroft Apartments starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 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.
2234 Eastlake Ave E, Unit PH12234 Eastlake Ave E3BR,2BA$2.92
Roycroft Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.10
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Hamlin Place1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.71
UDH - University District Heights1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.63
Red Lion1bd/1ba 21BR,1BA$2.63
Valley Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.92
Castle Apartments101Studio ,1BA$2.60
Varick0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.56
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$2.71

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Union

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Union?

There are currently 824 Apartments for Rent in Lake Union, WA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $31,995. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Union ranging from $1,225 to $5,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Union?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Union ranges from $1,225 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,214.

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