Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Lake Union Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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812 5th Ave N, Unit #209

812 5th Ave N
SeattleWA98109

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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. El Mondo Apartments 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
El Mondo Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
Vermont InnFurnished- Six Month LeaseStudio,1BA$1,050
Denny Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Bell View ApartmentsStudio / 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,167

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, WA

As of July 12, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Lakeview Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill 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
Lakeview Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.19
Ramayana Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.66
Lakecrest Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.67
Bell View Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.73
Bellevue Manor ApartementsBMA - 1 bed, 1 bath 650 SF1BR,1BA$2.35
La Rochelle1X1 A1BR,1BA$2.69
Denny Park ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.85
Anchor FlatsOne Bedroom Open - 60% AMI1BR,1BA$2.56
Dolores Manor Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.75

Frequently Asked Questions about South Lake Union

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

There are currently 447 Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, WA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $10,392. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Lake Union ranging from $1,600 to $3,450.

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 $1,600 to $3,450 with an average monthly rent of $2,252.

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