
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pioneer Square Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Louisa Hotel

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Hana

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521 Stadium Pl S, Unit SI FL24-ID587

Icon Apartments

80 South Main St

Metropolitan Park

590 1st Ave S, Unit SI FL5-ID157

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520 Occidental Ave S, Unit SI FL7-ID13

521 Stadium Pl S, Unit SI FL3-ID959

521 Stadium Pl S, Unit SI FL12-ID14
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521 Stadium Pl S, Unit SI FL25-ID40

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108 5th Ave S

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80 S Jackson St

Old Boston Hotel

International House

The Nolo

526 1st Ave S

590 1st Ave S
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Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pioneer Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Square Studio Apartments | $1,028 | $610 | $2,900 |
| Pioneer Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $835 | $2,790 |
| Pioneer Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $1,035 | $4,654 |
| Pioneer Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,135 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Pioneer Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pioneer Square 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Pioneer Square apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alps Hotel | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Milwaukee Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Hong Kong Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Louisa Hotel | Income Restricted, Studio. | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Addison on Fourth Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Hana | 0x1-367 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,449 |
| Publix | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| 80 MAIN Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Icon Apartments | THE RAINIER | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pioneer Square, WA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pioneer Square area is the $3.78 price per square foot Fremont I Platinum Model at Griffis Seattle Waterfront in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,478. The second greatest value Pioneer Square apartment is the B1 Model at Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments starting at $1,449 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pioneer Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffis Seattle Waterfront | Fremont I Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Washington Terrace Senior Affordable Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 80 MAIN Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Hong Kong Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Icon Apartments | THE RAINIER | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Publix | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Metropolitan Park | Elite | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Louisa Hotel | Studio Apartments | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
| Milwaukee Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Alps Hotel | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePioneer Square, Seattle, WA
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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pioneer Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Pioneer Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pioneer Square is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pioneer Square?
The cheapest apartment in Pioneer Square is Milwaukee Apartments which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Pioneer Square costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pioneer Square?
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 41 regular apartments in Pioneer Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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