
Cheap Homes for Rent in Westlake Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (64 Rentals)
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721 W Florentia Pl

1446 E Roy St

812 W Bothwell St

1641 10th Ave E

936 Broadway E, Unit 8

213 17th Ave E, Unit SI FL2-ID683

2324 1st Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID677

2537 13th Ave W, Unit B

1011 E Terrace St, Unit SI FL5-ID695
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219 Queen Anne Ave N, Unit 206

4235 Brooklyn Ave NE

300 10th Ave

2850 15th Ave W, Unit SI FL2-ID900

81 Clay St, Unit SI FL5-ID774

569 Lee St

1414 12th Ave

1614 Summit Ave, Unit S #105, Unit S #105

750 11th Ave E, Unit SI FL1-ID854

421 Summit Ave E
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1414 10th Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID960

408 Aurora Ave N, Unit SI FL7-ID74

2929 1st Ave N

3655 13th Ave W, Unit Unit 4

909 4th Ave N, Unit H

2721 1st Ave

2850 15th Ave W, Unit SI FL2-ID881

1703 Bellevue Ave

2850 15th Ave W, Unit SI FL2-ID873

311 Cedar St, Unit SI FL9-ID661
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2700 4th Ave, Unit 306, Unit 306

5 W Roy St, Unit SI FL8-ID698

530 W Olympic Pl, Unit 309

533 11th Ave E

624 Yale Ave N, Unit SI FL2-ID710

1122 23rd Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID731

1419 2nd Ave W, Unit 101

769 Hayes St

509 N Bowdoin Pl

101 Taylor Ave N, Unit SI FL8-ID594
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98 Union St

1616 Summit Ave

22 John St

2440 Western Ave

76 Cedar St

3104 Western Ave, Unit 522, Unit 522

2301 E Union St, Unit B208

1427 11th Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID783

303 Battery St, Unit SI FL2-ID762

62 Cedar St, Unit SI FL4-ID657
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Westlake, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Westlake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,559 | $2,195 | $5,200 |
| Westlake 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,169 | $2,495 | $6,500 |
| Westlake 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,847 | $5,195 | $6,500 |
| Westlake 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $600 | $600 | $600 |
| Westlake 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,010 | $5,010 | $5,010 |
| Westlake 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,022 | $5,250 | $6,795 |
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There are currently 64 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Westlake Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Westlake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westlake area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill priced from $750. The Windham Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable Westlake apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove Spring Park - Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First Hill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Windham Apartments | Pike | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Amherst Micro Studios | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! | MFTE- Income Specific Units | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Oregon Apartments | Studio A - 30% AMI | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Apex | 6x2 R | 6BR,2BA | $799 |
| Larned | S | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Lincoln Court | S | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Melrose | 30%S | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Soleil Apartments | STUDIO 2 | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westlake, WA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westlake area is the $2.04 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Madison Court in the in the Capitol Hill neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Westlake apartment is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at The Franciscan starting at $1,650 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Queen Anne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westlake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Court | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| The Franciscan | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Pacific Ridge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Triad Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Franconia Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Anchor Flats | One Bedroom - 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Berneva | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Denny Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
| Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Windham Apartments | Alki | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westlake
What type of rentals are currently available in Westlake?
There are currently 2845 Apartments for Rent in Westlake, WA with pricing that ranges from $720 to $31,995. There are also 332 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westlake ranging from $600 to $6,795.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westlake?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westlake ranges from $600 to $6,795 with an average monthly rent of $3,656.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Westlake?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Westlake range from $1,465 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,495 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,319.
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