
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (166 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset Hill area of Seattle.


2008 NW 59th St

mn3618

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Ballard on the Park

10002 3rd Ave NW

Vitality on 63rd

Vitality on 17th

1031 NW 65th St

6708 15th Ave NW

Anker Ballard
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Carrick

The Grove Ballard

6525 24th Ave NW

Bespoke Ballard Apartments

7011 Mary Ave NW

Tavin

8513.5 16th Ave NW

1538 NW 51st St, Unit 3

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Nordic Pointe

The Franciscan

4345 4th Ave NW

9500 9th Ave NW, Unit 9502

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Artline

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Waymark

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The Wilcox

Voss
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Ballard Yards

Arrive Magnolia

Dorothy Odelle

120 NW 39th St, Unit 202

811 NW 64th St, Unit 811 Ballard

Carkeek Park Place

Lillehammer Apartments

Commons at Ballard

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1446 NW 62nd St

8511 15th Ave NW, Unit 326

1525 NW 57th St, Unit Ballard Studio

The Magnolia

4226 27th Ave W, Unit 4226

8511 15th Ave NW, Unit 203

7327 25th Ave NW

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AMLI Mark24

8511 15th Ave NW, Unit 227

8511 15th Ave NW, Unit 303
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Sunset Hill, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hill Studio Apartments | $1,599 | $940 | $2,645 |
| Sunset Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $695 | $6,007 |
| Sunset Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $1,695 | $9,000 |
| Sunset Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,181 | $2,595 | $6,815 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 166 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Hill area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove Ballard Apartments priced from $725. Freya has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Sunset Hill apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove Ballard Apartments | Studio MFTE | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Freya | MFTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| mn3618 | Studio 1 Bath 282 sqft | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Vitality on 17th | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Anker Ballard | Standard Microstudio | Studio,1BA | $1,218 |
| Carrick | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| Nordic Tower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Ballard 57 | Studio B1 with Patio | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| The Grove Ballard | SEDU A | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| 3400 W Government Way | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hill, WA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hill area is the $1.74 price per square foot 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at The Franciscan in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Sunset Hill apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 615 NW 85th St starting at $1,995 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the North Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Franciscan | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 615 NW 85th St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 1446 NW 62nd St | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Arrive Magnolia West | West - A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Magnolia and Magnolia Crest | 1x1A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Blue Ridge Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| The Cavanaugh Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Magnolia Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Nordic Pointe | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| 845 W Nickerson St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset Hill is at Alcove Ballard Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Hill Apartment is $1,485 at 3400 W Government Way.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Hill is starting from $1,900 at 1446 NW 62nd St.
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