
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Skyway Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $500 (51 Rentals)
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7001 Covello Dr S

2719 S 125th St, Unit 1

Ethiopian Village

Willow Crossing

Whisperwood Apartments

7536 Renton Ave S

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4219 S Othello St, Unit SI FL6-ID786

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The Station At Othello Park
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4219 S Othello St, Unit SI FL5-ID788

Greentree

Park Hill

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12401 Renton Ave S, Unit 101

Hillview Apartments

8316 49th Ave S

12600 57th Ave S, Unit F204

8330 Wabash Ave S

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11636 59th Ave S, Unit 2

Taylor Creek Apartments

6732 40th Ave S, Unit 101

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4600 S Othello St, Unit B

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Samaki Commons

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12600 57th Ave S
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7041 S 116th Pl

Emerald City Commons

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The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+)

Vintage at the Overlook

114 NW 3rd Pl

12910 E Marginal Wy S

Woodridge Park

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Skyway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skyway Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $1,009 | $1,800 |
| Skyway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Skyway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,380 | $3,295 |
| Skyway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $1,600 | $6,741 |
| Skyway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,102 | $9,102 | $9,102 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Skyway Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Skyway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Skyway area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Cubix at Othello Apartments priced from $780. Ethiopian Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,009. Here are the most affordable Skyway apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cubix at Othello Apartments | Studio S4 | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| Ethiopian Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| Koz at Othello Station | Type D | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Samaki Commons | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Atrium - Welcome to South Seattle’s Newest Modern Living Experience — Steps From the Light Rail | Atrium - New Homes & Offering 4 Weeks Free on S... | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Willow Crossing | Open 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Flourish on Rainier | Studio 50 Percent AMI | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| The Station At Othello Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+) | Standard 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Greentree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skyway, WA
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skyway area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Whisperwood Apartments in the in the Evansville neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Skyway apartment is the 400 Taylor Ave NW Model at 400 Taylor Ave NW starting at $1,995 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Kennydale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skyway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whisperwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 400 Taylor Ave NW | 400 Taylor Ave NW | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Taylor Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 6511 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Foster Commons | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 11636 59th Ave S, Unit 2 | 11636 59th Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Park Hill | 1 Bed 1 Bath E | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Hillview Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Samaki Commons | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+) | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skyway Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Skyway?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Skyway is at Cubix at Othello Apartments listed at $780.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Skyway Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Skyway Apartment is $1,158 at Ethiopian Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Skyway Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Skyway is starting from $1,380 at The Mauna Kea Apartments (Age-Restricted/55+).
What is the most affordable Skyway Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Skyway Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Samaki Commons and starts from $1,105.
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