
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Madrona Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (400 Rentals)
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Milwaukee Apartments

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Madrona, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madrona?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madrona Studio Apartments | $1,647 | $600 | $3,464 |
| Madrona 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $625 | $5,225 |
| Madrona 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,536 | $1,017 | $8,138 |
| Madrona 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,123 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Madrona 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,111 | $1,311 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Madrona Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Madrona area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Hotel priced from $600. Milwaukee Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $635. Here are the most affordable Madrona apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alps Hotel | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Milwaukee Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Amherst Micro Studios | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! | MFTE- Income Specific Units | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Alcove First Hill - Efficient and Convenient Apartment in Alcove First Hill | Studio Basement - MFTE | Studio,1BA | $812 |
| Lincoln Court | S | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Melrose | 30%S | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 422 11th Ave - Amazing Studios! | Studio MFTE | Studio,1BA | $832 |
| Hong Kong Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Sorento Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madrona, WA
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madrona area is the $2.28 price per square foot 2X2 Model at Terrace View in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Madrona apartment is the 704 19th Avenue Model at 704 19th Avenue starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Westlake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madrona apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace View | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 704 19th Avenue | 704 19th Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Victorian Row Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Austin Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| John Wallace Apartments | 102 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Uncle Bob's Place | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
| An Lac | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Capitol Building Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| Louisa Hotel | Studio Apartments | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
| Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madrona Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Madrona?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Madrona is under $849.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madrona?
The cheapest apartment in Madrona is Milwaukee Apartments which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Madrona costs $4,857.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Madrona?
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 204 regular apartments in Madrona 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 Madrona?
Cheap apartments in Madrona have an average cost of $620 which is $4,237 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madrona.
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