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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Seattle, WA and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Sharon Stallings

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Seattle, WA Local Guide

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Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 26, 2024

There are currently 63434 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Seattle, WA that range in price from $490 to $28,669. Westlake, Ballard and Central Seattle are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Seattle with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Westlake1128$2,305$690
Ballard1057$2,150$690
Central Seattle1048$2,088$805
Madrona1039$2,088$805
CBD1007$2,304$825
Central Waterfront963$2,328$825
Montlake946$2,320$670
Downtown Seattle923$2,296$825
SoDo827$2,060$850
Yesler Terrace779$2,195$825

Largest Available Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Seattle, WA is found at Arlo in the Mercer Heights neighborhood and is 1,436 square feet priced from $3,850. The Carillon Apartments in the Central Houghton neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,432 square feet and currently listed start at $4,119. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Seattle:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
ArloD21,436 Sq Ft$3,850
The Carillon ApartmentsHillside - Renovated1,432 Sq Ft$4,119
Harbor Steps1 Bed 24F, 25F - SE1,378 Sq Ft$4,411
Grand Street CommonsTH 81,242 Sq Ft$3,110
Met Tower1x1.5 Penthouse P51,228 Sq Ft$4,695
WATER Waterscape at Juanita VillageVernal1,190 Sq Ft$2,795
Broadstone StrataTownhome 1 Bedroom E1,180 Sq Ft$4,840
Stack HouseOpen 1x1.5 Live Work1,171 Sq Ft$2,895
VivaHarvard1,169 Sq Ft$2,870
The Confidential3x2_UnitH_TypeA682 Sq Ft$5,200

Cheapest Available Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 26, 2024 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Seattle, WA is the 1B Model starting from $847 at Station House in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Seattle 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Alps Apartments starting at $900 in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Seattle is currently $2,343. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Seattle:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Station House1B$847
Alps Apartments1x1$900
Elizabeth James House1B$1,012
Filipino Community Village (Affordable, 55+)One Bedroom Homes for Seniors 55+$1,050
Northaven West Apartments for 62+1-Bedroom$1,050
Josephinum Apartments1 Bedroom$1,100
Sawara1 Bed$1,100
Santa Fe Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,150
192 ShorelineLap$1,197
100 on 6thOne Bedroom B$1,199

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Seattle Overview

Seattle, Washington, known as Emerald City, is a Pacific Northwest metropolis positioned on the eastern shore of Puget Sound encircled by mountains, forests and both fresh water and salt water. It’s the state’s largest city and includes thousands of acres of parkland. Its tech industry is booming and it’s home to the headquarters of Amazon and Microsoft. And of course, it’s also the birthplace of Starbucks. Seattle boasts a diverse cultural scene and hosts dozens of festivals regularly. This city is one of the fastest-growing in the United States which makes it a prime location to find your next apartment.

Why live in Seattle, WA?

Seattle is a thriving, pulsing city with endless amenities and attractions to recommend it, as well as an excellent live music scene - making it a wonderful place to call home. There’s always something going on. This appealing city earned the nickname Emerald City for its striking year-round greenery, and if you don’t like snow, this is the spot for you. It even beats climate change according to UW meteorologist Cliff Mass. The food scene is on point. So tasty! Jobs! Even entry-level. With a $15 minimum wage, you are not starting at the bottom, and the unemployment rate is more than 2 points below the national average. And finally, it’s gorgeous here!

Seattle, WA
Population: 744,955

Ranked #18

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Seattle, WA

Ranked #1

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Seattle with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Seattle is at Station House listed at $847.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Seattle is $2,343.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,436 square feet unit starting from $3,850 at Arlo.

What is the average size for Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Seattle is currently 647 sq ft.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

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I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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