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4731 12th Ave NE

SeattleWA98105

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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Sun light priced from $745. Apex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sun lightMicro Studio STUDENT ONLYStudio,1BA$745
Apex6x2 R6BR,2BA$799
Husky Court Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1BA$875
Aubrey StudiosStandard Corner StudioStudio,1BA$990
5221 Ravenna Ave NEStudio, 1 full, 261 sqftStudio,1BA$995
Portage Bay Flats - Affordable Studio Apartments In Seattle's U-DistrictStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$995
Novo ApartmentsStudio - 169 sqftStudio,1BA$999
Ivy Ridge ApartmentsCongregate ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, WA

As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.58 price per square foot Pod Second Floor Model at 4538 18th Ave NE in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 4-Bedroom/3-Bathroom Apartments Model at A&T Investments starting at $2,620 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4538 18th Ave NEPod Second Floor6BR,1.5BA$0.58
A&T Investments4-Bedroom/3-Bathroom Apartments4BR,3BA$2.18
4222 Apartments2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$2.33
UDH 5 plex2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.44
Arbora Court2 Bedroom - 60% AMI2BR,1BA$2.12
5301 Ravenna Ave NE, Unit 45301 Ravenna Ave NE1BR,1BA$2.09
Nordheim Court UW Student Apartments2-Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.38
Radian ApartmentsFall 2025 2x22BR,2BA$2.40
Camden Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.28
Avenue Building: Centrally located in University District!Spacious Corner Unit: Walk to UW, Shops and Res...1BR,1BA$2.15

Frequently Asked Questions about University District

What type of rentals are currently available in University District?

There are currently 470 Apartments for Rent in University District, WA with pricing that ranges from $700 to $7,000. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University District ranging from $1,100 to $7,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University District ranges from $1,100 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,078.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University District range from $1,099 to $6,677, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $3,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,099.

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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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