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Amherst Micro Studios
514 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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309 E Harrison StSeattle, WA 98102
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1815 Bellevue AveSeattle, WA 98122
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2721 4th AveSeattle, WA 98121
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123 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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230 8th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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741 Harvard Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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1210 Republican StSeattle, WA 98109
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308 Melrose AveSeattle, WA 98102
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219 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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421 Belmont Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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418 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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500 Wall StSeattle, WA 98121
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210 8th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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412 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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505 Boylston Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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1808 Bellevue AveSeattle, WA 98122
424 Summit Ave E
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1800 Eastlake Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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975 John StSeattle, WA 98109
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624 Yale
624 Yale Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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408 7th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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1551-1559 Lakeview Blvd ESeattle, WA 98102
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1611 on Lake Union
1611 8th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
435 Bellevue Ave E
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624 Yale Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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1211-1215 Dexter Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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501 Summit Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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1170 Republican StSeattle, WA 98109
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435 Dexter Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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810 Dexter Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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624 Yale Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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1200 Mercer StSeattle, WA 98109
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1212 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98109
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1221 Taylor Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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1170 Harrison StSeattle, WA 98109
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306 Summit Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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215 Pontius Ave N
215 Pontius Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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504 E Republican StSeattle, WA 98102
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525 Bellevue Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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1401 5th Ave NSeattle, WA 98109
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215 Boylston Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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135 Harvard AveSeattle, WA 98102
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401 Boylston Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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420-430 E Howell StSeattle, WA 98122
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205 Summit Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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2613-2619 5th AveSeattle, WA 98121
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802 5th AveSeattle, WA 98109
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219 Harvard Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Local Guide
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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 | $1,980 | $795 | $2,923 |
| South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,727 | $1,425 | $5,875 |
| South Lake Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,118 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| South Lake Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,363 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available South Lake Union Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Lake Union area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Amherst Micro Studios priced from $795. Kulle Urban Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Amherst Micro Studios | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Kulle Urban Living | 0/1.00 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Vermont Inn | Furnished- Six Month Lease | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Derby Capitol Hill | MHA Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Denny Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Scandia Mignon Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Edwards on Fifth | Studio_6 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 741 Harvard Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,233 |
| Bell View Apartments | Studio / 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,316 |
| 502 Minor Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, WA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Lake Union area is the $2.54 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Bella Vista Apartments in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value South Lake Union apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at 6th Ave Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Queen Anne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Lake Union apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bella Vista Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| 6th Ave Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Rivet Apartments | 1x1.5 Loft D | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.83 |
| 1800 Taylor Ave N | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Olive Crest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Lee Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Bellevue Manor Apartements | BMA - 1 bed, 1 bath 650 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 823 Nob Hill Ave N | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Denny Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| Red Lion | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Lake Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Lake Union?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Lake Union is at Amherst Micro Studios listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Union Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Lake Union Apartment is $1,325 at 502 Minor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Lake Union Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lake Union is starting from $2,050 at 1800 Taylor Ave N.
What is the most affordable South Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galleon Apartments and starts from $2,695.
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