Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (514 Rentals)

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Skyglass
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$2,288 - $8,377

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Skyglass

757 Thomas StSeattle, WA 98109
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The Waverly
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$1,522 - $9,360

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The Waverly

210 8th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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Shoresmith
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$1,804 - $3,094

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Shoresmith

1170 Republican StSeattle, WA 98109
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REN
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$2,217 - $10,392

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REN

2014 Fairview AveSeattle, WA 98121
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Marlowe
$2,256 - $4,392

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Marlowe

1146 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98121
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AMLI South Lake Union
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$2,147 - $4,260

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AMLI South Lake Union

1260 Republican StSeattle, WA 98109
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624 Yale
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$1,637 - $4,423

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624 Yale

624 Yale Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Orion
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$2,150 - $2,806

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Orion

910 John StSeattle, WA 98109
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The Emerald City's Secrets: A 30-Year Local's Guide to Renting in Seattle

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Dexter Lake Union
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$1,791 - $3,578

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Dexter Lake Union

1211-1215 Dexter Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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Stack House
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$1,992 - $3,702

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Stack House

1280 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98109
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The Eden
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$2,675 - $3,557

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The Eden

602-602 Galer StSeattle, WA 98109
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Nordic Veda
$1,350 - $1,995

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Nordic Veda

308 Melrose AveSeattle, WA 98102
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Chroma
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$1,884 - $4,639

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Chroma

1212 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98109
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South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Lake Union, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? Amongst all of the communities in Seattle, South Lake Union is one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, trails and recreation, and great school districts for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to nice outdoor spaces is critically important. South Lake Union has established a name for itself as providing favorable access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area has risen to be amongst the finest higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, maid services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Pet owners, listen up! this section of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Union

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Lake Union area of Seattle, WA?

As of today, September 09, 2026, there are currently 514 available South Lake Union apartments priced from $795 to $17,795, with an average monthly rent of $2,848.

How much are Studio apartments in South Lake Union?

There are currently 260 Studio Apartments in South Lake Union with rent ranges from $795 to $2,923 with an average price of $1,965.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Lake Union Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Lake Union ranges from $1,425 to $5,875 with an average monthly rent of $2,732.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lake Union cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Lake Union range from $1,357 to $10,071. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,113.

How expensive are South Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 30 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Lake Union on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,575 to $17,795 - averaging $7,354 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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