Cheap Homes for Rent in the University District Seattle, WA from $560 (14 Rentals)

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property at 2120 NE 54th St
$800 - $4,200

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2120 NE 54th St

SeattleWA98105
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property at 4316 36th Ave NE
$950 - $3,600

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4316 36th 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 Property priced from $645. Cantor Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sun PropertyFurnished dorm roomStudio,$645
Cantor StudiosStandard StudioStudio,1BA$700
Sun lightMicro Studio STUDENT ONLYStudio,1BA$745
Juno StudiosShared Bathroom StudiosStudio,$850
Sophie Studios - A Retreat on 20thMFTE StudioStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, WA

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $2.51 price per square foot 4716 7th Ave NE Model at 4716 7th Ave NE, Unit A in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value University District apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 4237 8th starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 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.
4716 7th Ave NE, Unit A4716 7th Ave NE4BR,1BA$2.51
4237 8th3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.50
West Campus Place2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.68
Dry Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.16
Avenue Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.15
Theory U DistrictB32BR,1BA$2.75
Stonebridge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.66
Badger ApartmentsBadger Blue Lake 2bed/1bath2BR,1BA$2.45
Alder Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.50
Escolier ApartmentsESC - Studio, 1 bath, 464 SFStudio ,1BA$2.58

Frequently Asked Questions about University District

What type of rentals are currently available in University District?

There are currently 477 Apartments for Rent in University District, WA with pricing that ranges from $645 to $5,452. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University District ranging from $560 to $5,450.

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 $560 to $5,450 with an average monthly rent of $2,903.

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 $1,425 to $2,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $4,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,840 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $929.

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