
Cheap Homes for Rent in First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,800 (1 Rental)
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Hill area is the $2.72 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Hillside 411 in the in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value First Hill apartment is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Large Studio starting at $1,075 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hillside 411 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.72 |
Large Studio | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
Clearwater Apartments - Star Apartments | Star 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
600 Ninth | HT2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Avanti | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Alderview - 300 11th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
Charbonneau Apartments | H | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
The Jefferson | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
100 on 6th | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Chasselton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about First Hill
What type of rentals are currently available in First Hill?
There are currently 218 Apartments for Rent in First Hill, WA with pricing that ranges from $870 to $9,363. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Hill ranging from $1,800 to $3,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First Hill?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First Hill ranges from $1,800 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,312.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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