1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (319 Rentals)

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South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Largest Available South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Lake Union area of Seattle, WA is found at Mercerview Apartments and is listed at 1,290 square feet priced from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mercerview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1,290 Sq Ft$1,750
Rivet Apartments1x1.5 Loft D1,109 Sq Ft$2,750
Union SLUKenmore1,050 Sq Ft$3,577
Rollin Street Flats1 Bed 1 Bath A121,043 Sq Ft$3,525
Annaliese1 Bed 1 Bath A41,042 Sq Ft$2,580
Westlake Stepsa6 1 Bedroom Loft968 Sq Ft$3,500
CascadeRES1951 Sq Ft$2,898
Modera South Lake UnionA9 - One Bedroom942 Sq Ft$3,145
624 Yale ApartmentsOne Bedroom + Den A9926 Sq Ft$3,098
HelmB1.7D907 Sq Ft$3,850

Cheapest Available South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lake Union of Seattle, WA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,300 at Olive Terrace Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lake Union is currently $2,738. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Olive Terrace Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,300
Bell View Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,468
BK Bernkastle Apartments1 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom$1,495
Lakeview Apartments1 Bedroom$1,565
Sheffield1BD/1BA$1,565
Harrison Court1BDRM$1,595
Red Lion1 bd larger$1,675
Viewmont Apartments1 Bed | 1 Bath$1,675
424 Summit1BR/1.0BA$1,695

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Seattle. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the South Lake Union Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

85 / 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 1 Bedroom South Lake Union Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Lake Union with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Lake Union is at Olive Terrace Apartments listed at $1,300.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Lake Union Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Lake Union is $2,738.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Lake Union Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Lake Union is a 1,290 square feet unit starting from $1,750 at Mercerview Apartments.

What is the average size for South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Lake Union is currently 639 sq ft.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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