
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the University District Seattle, WA from $721 (72 Rentals)


5042 11th Ave NE, Unit 39

Husky Court Apartments

Aubrey Studios

The Stax

5336 Roosevelt Way NE

Sunrise Cascade

5221 Ravenna Ave NE

Novo Apartments
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Ivy Ridge Apartments

Avenue Building: Centrally located in University District!

4046 8th Ave NE

U20 Apartments

Clara Apartments

Kale Studios

The Courtyard

Lightbox

4760 21st Ave NE

5001 Brooklyn Ave NE
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4609 Union Bay Pl NE

Verve Flats

5001 Brooklyn Ave NE

4750 21st Ave NE

Malloy Apartment Homes

Campus View I

Robins Nest

UPlace Apartments

Helix Ellipse
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Yugo Seattle Lothlorien

Flow Eastlake Apartments

UPlace I

Cielo

Catherine Court

Acacia Court

Morino

Strada by aPodment Suites

Avenida by aPodment Suites

Academia Place
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Husky Place

Portage Bay Flats - Affordable Studio Apartments In Seattle's U-District

Ravenna Court

Carol Apartments

Patricia Place

University View

1 bedroom + den

University Plaza

Fifty-Two Apartments

Tyee Apartments
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University District, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
University District Studio Apartments | $1,376 | $721 | $3,150 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $675 | $4,875 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,039 | $5,349 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $1,099 | $9,638 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,099 | $2,620 |
| University District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,255 | $3,900 |
| University District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $1,420 | $1,701 |
| University District 7 Bedroom Apartments | $5,700 | $4,400 | $7,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $1,007.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Sun Property which is listed at $651, while the average apartment in University District costs $5,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 340 regular apartments in University District 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 University District?
Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $1,395 which is $4,305 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
