Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA(515 Rentals)

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Central Area, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Area, Seattle, WA

Ranked #26

Among neighborhoods in Seattle, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

5.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Central Area, Seattle, WA

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Best Local Schools in
Central Area, Seattle, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Area, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with little ones, location matters. Amongst all of the communities in Seattle, this area of town has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-rated schools.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks, paths, and trails is critically important. Central Area is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood is now ranked as one of the A-list luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, proximity to great shopping areas, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise pets. This area is one of the finest communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Area

How much are Studio apartments in Central Area?

There are currently 146 Studio Apartments in Central Area with rent ranges from $607 to $6,000 with an average price of $1,458.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Area Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Area ranges from $805 to $5,895 with an average monthly rent of $2,017.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Area cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Area range from $1,411 to $5,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,757.

How expensive are Central Area Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 40 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,995 to $4,550 - averaging $3,236 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

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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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

Written by: Trey Huguley

When you're about to sign a lease for the first time, it can feel a bit overwhelming. You don’t want to miss any important details hidden in the fine print.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

Written by: Kevin Ready

Navigating the world of real estate can reveal an abundance of terminology and phrasing around the topics of renting and buying that for some may seem like a brand-new language.