Studio Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA (1,651 Rentals)

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Seattle Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 19, 2025

There are currently 23643 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Seattle, WA that range in price from $695 to $8,456. Central Seattle, Madrona and Westlake are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Seattle with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central Seattle470$1,603$695
Madrona455$1,620$695
Westlake410$1,745$695
SoDo407$1,559$740
South Seattle350$1,485$850
CBD333$1,735$750
Central Waterfront326$1,749$790
Montlake321$1,627$695
Harrison Denny Blaine317$1,535$695
Portage Bay297$1,625$695

Largest Available Seattle Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Seattle, WA is found at Batik Apartments in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood and is 1,131 square feet priced from $1,660. Westwater in the North Rose Hill neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 824 square feet and currently listed start at $2,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Seattle:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Batik ApartmentsMTFE Home1,131 Sq Ft$1,660
WestwaterStudio + Den824 Sq Ft$2,495
77 CentralThe Ruby800 Sq Ft$2,397
LinkUrban 1bd 1ba - B737 Sq Ft$1,761
Greenwood Place ApartmentsStudio 310700 Sq Ft$1,895
SitkaOpen 1x1 - 10682 Sq Ft$2,691
CypressMFTE Home681 Sq Ft$1,381
Harbor StepsStudio 308-608 - SW588 Sq Ft$1,854
The Commons at BallardOpen 1 Bedroom518 Sq Ft$1,995

Cheapest Available Seattle Studio Apartments

As of May 19, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Seattle, WA is the Micro Studio Model starting from $675 at Alps Apartments in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood. The second most affordable Seattle Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! starting at $695 in the Broadway neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Seattle is currently $1,676. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Seattle:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro Studio$675
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!0BR/1.0BA$695
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudio$725
Sorento FlatsLOW MOVE IN COSTS!!! UNITS $1000 AND BELOW!!!$750
Lincoln CourtS$790
Melrose30%S$790
LarnedS$790
Station HouseS$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro Studio$795
Mt Baker The Maddux ApartmentsStudio F$799

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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

2.5
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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Seattle Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Seattle with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Seattle is at Alps Apartments listed at $675.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Seattle Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Seattle is $1,676.

What is the largest available Studio Seattle Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,131 square feet unit starting from $1,660 at Batik Apartments.

What is the average size for Seattle Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Seattle is currently 393 sq ft.

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