
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Laurelhurst Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (133 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Laurelhurst area of Seattle.


5632 11th Ave NE

5043 18th Ave NE

1641 10th Ave E

5257 Brooklyn Ave NE

Cedar Crossing

Husky Court Apartments

mn5221

Sun Property

Sun light
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Rise on 67th

Campus View I

Sunrise Cascade

Pladhus Apartments

The Den Apartments

Sophie Studios - A Retreat on 20th

mn7011

4544 20th Ave NE

5000 12th Ave NE

Kale Studios
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Alta Studios

Cantor Studios

7th Ave Place

4541 Brooklyn Ave NE

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The Stax

U20 Apartments

4046 8th Ave NE

Juno Studios
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The Courtyard

Clara Apartments

Thirty-One Apartments

4230 NE 8th Ave

5515 15th Ave NE, Unit 205

5000 University Wy NE, Unit 7th floor

800 NE 40th St

Greta Apartments

Malloy Apartment Homes

Nolan
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5001 Brooklyn Ave NE, Unit SI FL3-ID917

4215 9th Ave NE, Unit 102

The Penrith Apartments

Radian Apartments

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Parsonage

Normandy Apartments

MontClair Apartments

Cedar Apartments

Verve Flats

Escolier Apartments
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Laurelhurst, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Laurelhurst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurelhurst Studio Apartments | $1,441 | $782 | $2,945 |
| Laurelhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,319 | $675 | $5,316 |
| Laurelhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,301 | $1,099 | $5,451 |
| Laurelhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $900 | $9,127 |
| Laurelhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,099 | $6,000 |
| Laurelhurst 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $1,265 | $6,805 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 133 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Laurelhurst Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Laurelhurst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Laurelhurst area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Husky Court Apartments priced from $795. mn5221 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Laurelhurst apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Husky Court Apartments | HC NEW 795 price start | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| mn5221 | Studio, 1 full, 249 sqft | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Apex | 6x2 R | 6BR,2BA | $799 |
| 4538 18th Ave NE | Pod Second Floor | 6BR,1BA | $875 |
| Rise on 67th | Studio | Studio, | $899 |
| Campus View I | CV2 3x1.5 w/ balcony/patio | 3BR,1BA | $900 |
| Sunrise Cascade | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| The Den Apartments | Den S | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Pladhus Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| mn7011 | Studio, 1 full, 397 sqft | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Laurelhurst, WA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Laurelhurst area is the $0.63 price per square foot Pod Second Floor Model at 4538 18th Ave NE in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Laurelhurst apartment is the 4 Bedroom 2.25 Bath Model at Goss Apartments starting at $1,725 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Laurelhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4538 18th Ave NE | Pod Second Floor | 6BR,1.5BA | $0.63 |
| Goss Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2.25 Bath | 4BR,2.25BA | $1.60 |
| Nolan | 4 x 2 Terrace | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 5721 Northeast 61st Street, Unit MIL | 5721 Northeast 61st Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Acton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Pacific Sunrise | 3x1.5 RF | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Nordheim Court UW Student Apartments | 2-Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Trinity 43rd Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Stanford Arms Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Coho | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLaurelhurst, Seattle, WA
Ranked #47
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Laurelhurst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Laurelhurst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Laurelhurst is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Laurelhurst?
The cheapest apartment in Laurelhurst is L&P which is listed at $1,475, while the average apartment in Laurelhurst costs $2,249.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Laurelhurst?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 114 regular apartments in Laurelhurst that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Laurelhurst?
Cheap apartments in Laurelhurst have an average cost of $1,268 which is $981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Laurelhurst.
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