Cheap Homes for Rent in South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,600 (22 Rentals)

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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 $825. Vermont Inn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable South Lake Union apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$825
Vermont InnFurnished- Six Month LeaseStudio,1BA$1,050
Kulle Urban LivingUrban Studio AStudio,1BA$1,070
Alloy0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,089
Bell View Apartments - Capitol Hill Neighborhood of SeattleStudio / 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,162

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, WA

As of November 24, 2025 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 $2,550 with a $2.47 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bella Vista Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.54
6th Ave Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.47
Kelo2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.18
AnnaliesePlan 1B1BR,1BA$2.61
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Red Lion1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.30
Harrison Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.53
Dumar Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.50
712 Summit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.52
Bell View Apartments - Capitol Hill Neighborhood of SeattleStudio / 1 BathStudio ,1BA$2.34

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Union

What type of rentals are currently available in South Lake Union?

There are currently 451 Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, WA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $31,995. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lake Union ranging from $1,690 to $6,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Lake Union?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Lake Union ranges from $1,690 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,550.

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