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SoDo, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available SoDo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the SoDo area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Apartments priced from $580. Alcove First Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $812. Here are the most affordable SoDo apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$580
Alcove First HillStudio LVT - MFTEStudio,1BA$812
Avalon Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$850
Mt Baker The Maddux ApartmentsStudio FStudio,1BA$895
Alcove West Seattle - Affordable and EfficientStudioStudio,1BA$895
Sorento FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Louisa HotelAffordable StudioStudio,1BA$900
900 RainierStudio A2 - AffordableStudio,1BA$915
Soleil ApartmentsFurnished Studios Perfect for Short-Term RentalsStudio,1BA$950
Bode Luna ParkMicroStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in SoDo, WA

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the SoDo area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Plaza Roberto Maestas in the in the West Seattle neighborhood starting from $1,396. The second greatest value SoDo apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Harbor Square starting at $2,275 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the West Seattle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for SoDo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Plaza Roberto Maestas2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.43
Harbor Square2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.53
Gardner House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.40
Star ApartmentsStar 1 Bed 1 Bath + Den1BR,1BA$2.31
Triad Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.98
City Views1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.61
Bay Ridge Court (Cobblestone Court)2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$2.49
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.15
Cherry Street Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.50
Uncle Bob's PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.12

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Seattle. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the SoDo Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

74 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap SoDo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in SoDo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in SoDo is at Alps Apartments listed at $580.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom SoDo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom SoDo Apartment is $825 at Alps Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom SoDo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in SoDo is starting from $1,396 at Plaza Roberto Maestas.

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