
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Seattle Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $645 (156 Rentals)
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Sun Property

Cantor Studios

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4736 18th Ave NE

mn5221

2120 NE 54th St

5745 25th Ave NE

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Sophie Studios - A Retreat on 20th

Juno Studios
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Sedona Apartments

5336 Roosevelt Way NE

4525 5th Ave NE, Unit 1A

4525 5th Ave NE, Unit 1A

Odessa Apartments

Rise on 67th

3608 NE 44th St, Unit 8

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Parsonage

The Den Apartments

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4046 8th Ave NE

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7th Ave Place

844 BG HANDEL

Pladhus Apartments

4525 5th Ave NE, Unit 1A

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The Courtyard

4544 20th Ave NE

5315 Ravenna Pl NE

Radian Apartments

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U20 Apartments

5248 11th Ave NE

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4708 22nd Ave NE

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2512 NE 95th St

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Northeast Seattle, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Seattle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,326 | $645 | $2,945 |
| Northeast Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,316 | $750 | $4,774 |
| Northeast Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $1,099 | $5,452 |
| Northeast Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $1,154 | $10,000+ |
| Northeast Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $929 | $4,300 |
| Northeast Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $899 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 156 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Northeast Seattle Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Seattle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Seattle area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Sun Property priced from $645. Cantor Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Northeast Seattle apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Property | Furnished dorm room | Studio, | $645 |
| Cantor Studios | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Juno Studios | Shared Bathroom Studios | Studio, | $850 |
| Sophie Studios - A Retreat on 20th | MFTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 4538 18th Ave NE | Pod Second Floor | 6BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sedona Apartments | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Den Apartments | Den S | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Ivy Ridge Apartments | Congregate Apartment | Studio,1BA | $958 |
| Alta Studios | Corner Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Husky Court Apartments | Leasing NOW and for Summer & Fall Quarter - Ro... | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Seattle, WA
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Seattle area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3B Model at Burke Gilman Gardens in the in the Windermere neighborhood starting from $1,906. The second greatest value Northeast Seattle apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 4237 8th starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Seattle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burke Gilman Gardens | 3B | 3BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 4237 8th | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 3615 & 3621 Town Home Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| Forde Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Lakeview Court Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Twin Maple Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Mondrian Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Badger Apartments | Badger Blue Lake 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Seattle Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northeast Seattle?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northeast Seattle is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Seattle?
The cheapest apartment in Northeast Seattle is Alder Apartments which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in Northeast Seattle costs $1,552.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast Seattle?
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 108 regular apartments in Northeast Seattle 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 Northeast Seattle?
Cheap apartments in Northeast Seattle have an average cost of $936 which is $616 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Seattle.
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