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610 E Thomas St

SeattleWA98102

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1808 Minor Ave

SeattleWA98101

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506 E Howell St

SeattleWA98122

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Central Seattle, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Seattle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Seattle area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alps Apartments priced from $675. Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Central Seattle apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alps ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$675
Madison 2.0 Studios in Capitol Hill!0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
Modern Cozy Studio Apartments in First HillStudioStudio,1BA$725
Sorento FlatsLOW MOVE IN COSTS!!! UNITS $1000 AND BELOW!!!Studio,1BA$750
Bryant Manor Phase I1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$782
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$790
Melrose30%SStudio,1BA$790
Station HouseSStudio,1BA$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
Mt Baker The Maddux ApartmentsStudio FStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Seattle area is the $2.17 price per square foot 522 25th Ave Model at 522 25th Ave, Unit Above Ground ADU in the in the Mercer Heights neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Central Seattle apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Roosevelt Apartments starting at $2,375 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Seattle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
522 25th Ave, Unit Above Ground ADU522 25th Ave2BR,1BA$2.17
Roosevelt Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.16
Roycroft Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.10
Clairemont Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.92
Charming 1-Bedroom in Capitol Hill – Flexi...1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.00
Uncle Bob's PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.15
Bryant Manor Phase I1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$1.48
Elizabeth James House1BA1BR,1BA$1.98
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.88
Station HouseSStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Seattle

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Seattle?

There are currently 1692 Apartments for Rent in Central Seattle, WA with pricing that ranges from $680 to $9,987. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Seattle ranging from $1,150 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Seattle?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Seattle ranges from $1,150 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,078.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Seattle?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Seattle range from $1,115 to $7,065, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,239.

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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

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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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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