
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $700 (72 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset Hill area of Seattle.


3620 2nd Ave NW

Dorothy Odelle

Vitality on 17th

Bespoke Ballard Apartments

Nordic Tower

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619 NW 85th St

9056 3rd Ave NW

4207.5 34th Ave W

Anker Ballard
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5104 17th Ave NW

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1446 NW 62nd St

Koi
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Ballard on the Park

Windsor Ballard

6255 6th Ave NW
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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 |
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Sunset Hill Studio Apartments | $1,631 | $900 | $4,500 |
Sunset Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,243 | $1,380 | $5,572 |
Sunset Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $1,682 | $10,000+ |
Sunset Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,108 | $1,922 | $10,000+ |
Sunset Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 72 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 $750. Freya Apartments - Private Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Sunset Hill apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Alcove Ballard Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Freya Apartments - Private Studios | MFTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
Karsti Apartments | MFTE Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
5902 Ballard | Micro 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Ballard 57 | Studio B1 - Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Vitality on 17th | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Bespoke Ballard Apartments | Studio - 258 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Nordic Tower | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
Tavin | S1 MFTE | Studio,1BA | $1,326 |
Pacific | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hill, WA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hill area is the $2.52 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Lawton Park Apartments in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Sunset Hill apartment is the 7027 22nd Ave NW Model at 7027 22nd Ave NW, Unit 3 starting at $1,850 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Adams 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. |
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Lawton Park Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $2.52 |
7027 22nd Ave NW, Unit 3 | 7027 22nd Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Jakarta | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Greenwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
PPL Pacific Place | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Gilman Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Arrive Magnolia | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
Ballard Market Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Aros | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Harbor Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunset Hill, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Sunset Hill Neighborhood in Seattle, WA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Hill is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Hill is Pacific which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Sunset Hill costs $3,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Sunset Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sunset Hill?
Cheap apartments in Sunset Hill have an average cost of $581 which is $2,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Hill.
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