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315 W Roy St

SeattleWA98119

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SeattleWA98102

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Portage Bay, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portage Bay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portage Bay area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Sun Property priced from $683. 422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Portage Bay apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sun PropertyFurnished dorm roomStudio,$683
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!Studio MFTEStudio,1BA$725
Station HouseSStudio,1BA$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!MFTE- Income Specific UnitsStudio,1BA$795
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$825
Husky Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1BA$875
Holiday Apartments1B1BR,1BA$883
Sunrise Cascade3rd Floor StudioStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage Bay, WA

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage Bay area is the $0.58 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 Portage Bay apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath + Den Model at The Bernard starting at $2,767 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Belltown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portage Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1.5BA$0.58
The Bernard1 Bed 1 Bath + Den1BR,1BA$2.21
A&T Investments4-Bedroom/3-Bathroom Apartments4BR,3BA$2.25
5702 Palatine Ave N5702 Palatine Ave N1BR,1BA$1.53
Davison Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.12
Fremont Solstice2BS2BR,1BA$1.66
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1.98
Alloy0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.27
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.96
Station HouseSStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Portage Bay, Seattle, WA

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in Portage Bay?

There are currently 2416 Apartments for Rent in Portage Bay, WA with pricing that ranges from $683 to $31,995. There are also 270 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage Bay ranging from $800 to $9,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Portage Bay?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Portage Bay ranges from $800 to $9,600 with an average monthly rent of $5,029.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Portage Bay?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Portage Bay range from $1,099 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $8,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,099.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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