Cheap Homes for Rent in First Hill Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $1,800 (1 Rental)

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First Hill, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillside 4112BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.72
Large Studio0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.34
Clearwater Apartments - Star ApartmentsStar 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.57
600 NinthHT2A2BR,1BA$2.61
Avanti1X11BR,1BA$2.82
Alderview - 300 11th Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.28
Charbonneau ApartmentsH1BR,1BA$2.86
The Jefferson1B1BR,1BA$2.86
100 on 6thOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2.50
Chasselton0BR/1.0BAStudio ,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.

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