Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Area Seattle, WA from $600 (72 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Area area of Seattle.

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

Read Article
close
View Me
The 110 Building
Studio Apartments

The 110 Building

110 14th AveSeattle, WA 98122
  • Utilities Inc.
close
View Me
The Ritz Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Ritz Apartments

1302 E Yesler WaySeattle, WA 98122
  • Utilities Inc.
close
View Me
ONEONE6
Studio Apartments

ONEONE6

116 13th Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
close
View Me
Snapdragon
Studio Apartments

Snapdragon

1508 16th AveSeattle, WA 98122
  • Utilities Inc.
close
View Me
The Roost
Studio Apartments

The Roost

901 Hiawatha Pl SSeattle, WA 98144
close
View Me
The Redwood
Studio Apartments

The Redwood

111 21st Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
close
View Me
Madison View
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Madison View

114 24th Ave ESeattle, WA 98112
  • Utilities Inc.
close
View Me
Mad Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Mad Flats

1523 E Madison StSeattle, WA 98122
close
View Me
Marion
Studio Apartments

Marion

1305-1311 E Marion StSeattle, WA 98122
close
View Me
Glen Ellen Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Ellen Apartments

1305 E Denny WaySeattle, WA 98122
  • Utilities Inc.
close
View Me
Sol Studios
Studio Apartments

Sol Studios

1814 E John StSeattle, WA 98122
close
View Me
LaVilla
Studio Apartments

LaVilla

1620 13th AveSeattle, WA 98122
  • Utilities Inc.
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

Central Area, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Area area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Sorento Flats priced from $750. 1806-1812 12th Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Central Area apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sorento FlatsLOW MOVE IN COSTS!!! UNITS $1000 AND BELOW!!!Studio,1BA$750
1806-1812 12th Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$895
The RedwoodStudio 1.2Studio,1BA$995
900 Rainier1x1 - C21BR,1BA$1,019
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1,052

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Area, WA

As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Area area is the $1.92 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Caroline in the in the Mercer Heights neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central Area apartment is the Enjoy 3 Months of Free Parking @ Verse Seattle! Model at Verse starting at $1,650 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Mercer Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Caroline3 Bed3BR,1BA$1.92
VerseEnjoy 3 Months of Free Parking @ Verse Seattle!1BR,1BA$2.25
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.34
622 Rainier Ave S, Unit FL5-ID790622 Rainier Ave S1BR,1BA$2.05
Park HillSAStudio ,1BA$2.12
137 29th Ave, Unit B137 29th Ave1BR,1BA$2.17
2401 S Jackson St, Unit FL6-ID5472401 S Jackson St1BR,1BA$2.38
104 12th Ave, Unit FL7-ID756104 12th Ave1BR,1BA$2.39
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1.98
Sorento Flats0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.25

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Area, Seattle, WA

Ranked #25

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Central Area, Seattle, WA

School data provided by Great Schools

Best Local Schools in
Central Area, Seattle, WA

School data provided by Great Schools

Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Washington including Central Area, Seattle, and the greater Seattle area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Area is at Sorento Flats listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Area Apartment is $1,052 at Elizabeth James House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Area is starting from $1,995 at Tanglewood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Central Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Central Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Caroline and starts from $2,300.

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.

decorative image for The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA article

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.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting article

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.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.