
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (315 Rentals)


Onni South Lake Union

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The Waverly

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Sitka

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Cumulus SLU

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AMLI South Lake Union

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JUXT

The Summit at Lake Union

Belgrove Court

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Chroma

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Mera

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Helm

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Lake Union Studio Apartments | $1,847 | $581 | $2,888 |
South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $1,086 | $6,057 |
| South Lake Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,447 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| South Lake Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $10,182 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 315 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 Rollin Street Flats and is listed at 1,058 square feet priced from $3,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollin Street Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath A13 | 1,058 Sq Ft | $3,675 |
| Union SLU | Kenmore | 1,050 Sq Ft | $3,031 |
| Sitka | 1x1 D - 7 | 930 Sq Ft | $3,505 |
| Stack House | 1x1.5 Den Townhome TH4 | 911 Sq Ft | $3,015 |
| Neptune SLU Apartments | Seaglass / Shoreline / Tide / Falls / Sail / Bay | 877 Sq Ft | $2,955 |
| JUXT | 1x1 | 867 Sq Ft | $2,956 |
| Mercerview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 855 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Aperture on Fifth | One Bedroom with Den | 848 Sq Ft | $2,599 |
| AMLI South Lake Union | A4b | 840 Sq Ft | $2,790 |
| Leeward | 1N | 802 Sq Ft | $2,935 |
Cheapest Available South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lake Union of Seattle, WA is the 1BD/1BA Model starting from $1,395 at Dolores Manor Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lake Union is currently $2,650. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Dolores Manor Apartments | 1BD/1BA | $1,395 |
| Valley Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,400 |
| Cap Hill 1 Bedroom | Small 1x1 | $1,450 |
| Dumar Apartments | 1BD/1BA | $1,495 |
| Sheffield | 1BD/1BA | $1,495 |
| The Local 418 | 418 - 1 bed, 1 bath, open, 470 SF (FL 3-5) | $1,495 |
| Harrison Court | 1BDRM | $1,525 |
| Lakeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,565 |
| Viewmont Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,575 |
| Red Lion | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,595 |
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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 Dolores Manor Apartments listed at $1,395.
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 $2,650.
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 1,058 square feet unit starting from $3,675 at Rollin Street Flats.
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 0 sq ft.
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