
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (278 Rentals)


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South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Lake Union?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Lake Union Studio Apartments | $1,951 | $795 | $6,792 |
South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $1,350 | $8,577 |
South Lake Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,111 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
South Lake Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $12,596 | $4,537 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 278 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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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 Rivet Apartments and is listed at 1,109 square feet priced from $2,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Rivet Apartments | 1x1.5 Loft D | 1,109 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
Union SLU | Kenmore | 1,050 Sq Ft | $3,577 |
Rollin Street Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath A12 | 1,043 Sq Ft | $3,525 |
Westlake Steps | a6 1 Bedroom Loft | 968 Sq Ft | $3,423 |
Cascade | RES1 | 951 Sq Ft | $2,843 |
Annaliese | 1 Bed 1 Bath A3 | 937 Sq Ft | $2,379 |
Stack House | 1x1 Den D8 | 920 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
REN | B21 | 912 Sq Ft | $3,539 |
The Summit at Lake Union | 1x1p | 903 Sq Ft | $2,694 |
Mercerview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 855 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Cheapest Available South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lake Union of Seattle, WA is the 1 Bedroom - 60% AMI Model starting from $1,425 at Casa Pacifica. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lake Union is currently $2,949. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Casa Pacifica | 1 Bedroom - 60% AMI | $1,425 |
Sheffield | 1bd-404 | $1,545 |
Highland Court | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,550 |
Lakeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,565 |
The Summit | Classic Hardwood 01/15 | $1,750 |
424 Summit | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,750 |
Oleta | 1/1 | $1,767 |
Bell View Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,795 |
525 E Roy St | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
Belgrove Court | Remodeled 1 Bedroom | $1,815 |
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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 Casa Pacifica listed at $1,425.
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 $2,949.
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 1,109 square feet unit starting from $2,750 at Rivet 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 595 sq ft.
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