Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montlake Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (419 Rentals)

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Montlake, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montlake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montlake area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Amherst Micro Studios priced from $795. Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Montlake apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Oregon ApartmentsStudio A - 30% AMIStudio,1BA$804
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!Studio MFTEStudio,1BA$812
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$825
LarnedSStudio,1BA$825
1806-1812 12th Ave ApartmentsStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$850
Towne ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$850
Aubrey StudiosPrivate Standard StudiosStudio,1BA$865
Parsonage4 Bedroom 14BR,2BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montlake, WA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montlake area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2bd401 Model at Admiral in the in the Cascade neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Montlake apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Yugo Seattle Rivendell starting at $1,239 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montlake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Admiral2bd4012BR,1BA$1.64
Yugo Seattle Rivendell2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Huang2x12BR,1BA$2.12
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Pacific Sunrise3x1.5 RF3BR,1.5BA$1.54
424 Summit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.30
Fremont Solstice2BS2BR,1BA$1.66
Elizabeth James House1BA1BR,1BA$1.98
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.96
CharlesgateStudioStudio ,1BA$2.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Montlake, Seattle, WA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Seattle, Washington. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Montlake Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montlake Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montlake?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montlake is at Amherst Micro Studios listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montlake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montlake Apartment is $883 at Holiday Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montlake is starting from $919 at Yugo Seattle Lothlorien.

What is the most affordable Montlake Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montlake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeview Apartments and starts from $1,169.

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