
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Seattle Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (191 Rentals)
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5043 18th Ave NE

Husky Court Apartments

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Sedona Apartments

5336 Roosevelt Way NE

Rise on 67th
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Odessa Apartments

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Sophie Studios - A Retreat on 20th

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Pladhus Apartments

4046 8th Ave NE

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4541 Brooklyn Ave NE

Ivy Ridge Apartments

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Thirty-One Apartments

4230 NE 8th Ave

5000 University Wy NE, Unit 7th floor

800 NE 40th St

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Greta Apartments | Private Kitchen Studio near UW

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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 | $1,464 | $795 | $2,945 |
| Northeast Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $675 | $4,947 |
| Northeast Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,099 | $6,124 |
| Northeast Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $900 | $9,358 |
| Northeast Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,199 | $6,000 |
| Northeast Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $1,265 | $6,805 |
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There are currently 191 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 Husky Court Apartments priced from $795. Apex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Northeast Seattle 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 |
| Apex | 6x2 R | 6BR,2BA | $799 |
| 4538 18th Ave NE | Pod Second Floor | 6BR,1BA | $875 |
| Sedona Apartments | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Rise on 67th | Studio | Studio, | $899 |
| Campus View I | CV2 3x1.5 w/ balcony/patio | 3BR,1BA | $900 |
| Odessa Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Sunrise Cascade | 2nd Floor Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| The Den Apartments | Den S | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Pladhus Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Seattle, WA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Seattle 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 Northeast Seattle 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 Northeast Seattle 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 |
| Theory U District | B8C | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Acton | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Frederick Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 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 |
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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 $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Seattle?
The cheapest apartment in Northeast Seattle is La Mirada which is listed at $1,355, while the average apartment in Northeast Seattle costs $2,189.
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 101 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 $1,296 which is $893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Seattle.
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