
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (102 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the South Lake Union area of Seattle with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Onni South Lake Union

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The Waverly

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Sitka

East Howe Steps

Rivet Apartments

Cumulus SLU

Skye at Belltown

AMLI South Lake Union

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Tellus on Dexter

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Marlowe

624 Yale Apartments

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Skyglass

Oslo

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Ascent South Lake Union

Leeward

Modera South Lake Union

Fox and Finch

Westlake Steps
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JUXT

The Summit at Lake Union

Belgrove Court

Lake Union Tower

Rollin Street Flats

True North

The Ivey on Boren

Kiara

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Orion
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Belroy

Neptune SLU Apartments

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Dexter Lake Union

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The Eden

Stack House

Boxcar South Lake Union

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Shoresmith

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Chroma

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Mera
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Helm

One Lakefront

Mark on 8th

Mercerview Apartments

Zephyr Apartments

Alcyone

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1611 on Lake Union

Aperture on Fifth

Bella Vista 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 | $1,847 | $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 102 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Central Seattle. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
This area is known as one of the best-regarded luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Union
How much are Studio apartments in South Lake Union?
There are currently 316 Studio Apartments in South Lake Union with rent ranges from $581 to $2,888 with an average price of $1,847.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Lake Union Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Lake Union ranges from $1,086 to $6,057 with an average monthly rent of $2,650.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Lake Union cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Lake Union range from $1,357 to $25,100. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,447.
How expensive are South Lake Union Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 38 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Lake Union on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,575 to $31,995 - averaging $10,182 for the location.
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