Studio Apartments for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (158 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 | $2,018 | $795 | $4,411 |
South Lake Union 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,961 | $1,495 | $7,800 |
South Lake Union 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,097 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
South Lake Union 3 Bedroom Apartments | $12,714 | $4,800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 158 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the South Lake Union area of Seattle, WA is found at Sitka and is listed at 682 square feet priced from $2,691. 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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Sitka | Open 1x1 - 10 | 682 Sq Ft | $2,691 |
AMLI 535 | E2 | 653 Sq Ft | $2,227 |
Equinox Apartments | Open 1x1 | 561 Sq Ft | $2,077 |
AMLI South Lake Union | E3 | 558 Sq Ft | $2,407 |
Taylor 28 | Independent | 538 Sq Ft | $1,899 |
The Ivey on Boren | Studio S1 | 520 Sq Ft | $2,668 |
The Cairns | Studio | 502 Sq Ft | $1,867 |
JUXT | Studio | 462 Sq Ft | $1,916 |
Union Bay | Studio | 426 Sq Ft | $1,842 |
Shoresmith | Studio | 383 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available South Lake Union Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit South Lake Union of Seattle, WA is the Micro Studio Model starting from $795 at Amherst Micro Studios. The average price for all Studio apartments in South Lake Union is currently $2,018. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Amherst Micro Studios | Micro Studio | $795 |
El Mondo Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,025 |
Kulle Urban Living | Urban Studio F | $1,050 |
Kelo | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,100 |
Sheffield | STUDIO/1BA | $1,195 |
Varick | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,195 |
Vermont Inn | Furnished- Six Month Lease | $1,195 |
Edwards on Fifth | Studio_3 | $1,250 |
Summit Terrace | STUDIO | $1,295 |
Oleta | 0/1 | $1,317 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Studio South Lake Union Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Lake Union with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in South Lake Union is at Amherst Micro Studios listed at $795.
How much is the average rent for a Studio South Lake Union Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in South Lake Union is $2,018.
What is the largest available Studio South Lake Union Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Lake Union is a 682 square feet unit starting from $2,691 at Sitka.
What is the average size for South Lake Union Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in South Lake Union is currently 452 sq ft.
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