
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA Under $2,500 (1,293 Rentals)


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Jackson Apartments

Sentral First Hill

Latitude 112

Avalon Belltown Towers
Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seattle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,671 | $740 | $8,950 |
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $620 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,243 | $952 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,011 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $1,099 | $8,000 |
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $950 | $5,885 |
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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
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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 Eden Apartments listed at $615.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Seattle is $2,400.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Seattle Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,738 square feet unit starting from $6,199 at The Residences at Rainier Square.
What is the average size for Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Seattle is currently 689 sq ft.
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Written by: Sharon Stallings
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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