
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (325 Rentals)


The LeeAnn

Onni South Lake Union

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AMLI South Lake Union

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Skyglass

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The Waverly

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REN

Tellus on Dexter

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Marlowe

624 Yale Apartments
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Ascent South Lake Union

Leeward

Modera South Lake Union

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Stellar

The Ivey on Boren

Fox and Finch
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Westlake Steps

Lake Union Tower

Rollin Street Flats

True North

Cascade

Viewmont Apartments

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Orion

Rivet Apartments
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Neptune SLU Apartments

St.Ingbert Apartments

Galleon Apartments

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Dexter Lake Union

Carlyle Apartments

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Stack House

The Eden

Boxcar South Lake Union

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Shoresmith

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Chroma

Jet on Boylston

One Lakefront

Mark on 8th

Belgrove Court

Mercerview Apartments

Zephyr Apartments

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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 | $1,890 | $795 | $2,970 |
South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,694 | $1,549 | $6,095 |
| South Lake Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,519 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| South Lake Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,577 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 325 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 Kiara and is listed at 1,111 square feet priced from $5,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiara | 1 Bedroom APH | 1,111 Sq Ft | $5,800 |
| 1075 Lenora | A3 One Bedroom | 1,068 Sq Ft | $4,181 |
| Rollin Street Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath A13 | 1,058 Sq Ft | $3,624 |
| Union SLU | Kenmore | 1,050 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
| Denny Park Apartments | 1 bedroom | 986 Sq Ft | $1,702 |
| Stack House | 1x1.5 Den Loft L9 | 948 Sq Ft | $2,702 |
| Sitka | 1 Bedroom + Den - A+7 | 929 Sq Ft | $3,244 |
| Rivet Apartments | 1x1.5 Loft B | 895 Sq Ft | $2,675 |
| Neptune SLU Apartments | Seaglass / Shoreline / Tide / Falls / Sail / Bay | 877 Sq Ft | $2,720 |
| One Lakefront | 1 Bedroom Den | 874 Sq Ft | $3,435 |
Cheapest Available South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Lake Union of Seattle, WA is the One Bedroom Open - 60% AMI Model starting from $1,391 at Anchor Flats. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Lake Union is currently $2,694. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Anchor Flats | One Bedroom Open - 60% AMI | $1,391 |
| Dumar Apartments | 1BD/1BA | $1,395 |
| Oleta | 1/1 | $1,473 |
| Sheffield | 1bd407 | $1,495 |
| Cap Hill 1 Bedroom | Small 1x1 | $1,500 |
| Harrison Court | 1BDRM | $1,525 |
| Skye Apartments | A3 | $1,549 |
| 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 Anchor Flats listed at $1,391.
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 $2,694.
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 1,111 square feet unit starting from $5,800 at Kiara.
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 650 sq ft.
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