Apartments for Rent by Owner in Seattle, WA Under $2,000 (11 Rentals)

2332 NE 120th St, Unit 1 Bdr Daylight MIL

13717 Linden Ave N, Unit #218
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1101 Sturgus Ave S, Unit Cottage

5844 NE 75th St, Unit A209

1006 W Nickerson St, Unit 2
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3507 SW Webster St, Unit B

12327 Roosevelt Way NE, Unit D303

832 SW 137th St, Unit ADU
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15539 Ashworth Ave N, Unit APT

20329 14th Avenue Northeast, Unit Apartment 3
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Seattle?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,677 | $695 | $8,153 |
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $605 | $9,813 |
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,271 | $952 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,981 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,099 | $6,350 |
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $950 | $6,500 |
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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 For rent By Owner Seattle Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Seattle?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Seattle is at 1101 Sturgus Ave S, Unit Cottage listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Seattle Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Seattle is $2,524.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Seattle Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Seattle is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $4,800 at 900 Aurora Ave N, Unit 601.
What is the average size for Seattle For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Seattle is currently at 895 sq ft.
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