Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Montlake Neighborhood of Seattle, WA from $600 (413 Rentals)

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Montlake, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Montlake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Montlake area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Luna Mia Co-Living Studios priced from $695. Larned has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Montlake apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Luna Mia Co-Living StudiosSROStudio,1BA$695
LarnedSStudio,1BA$790
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$790
Melrose30%SStudio,1BA$790
1722 SummitStudioStudio,1BA$795
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!StudioStudio,1BA$795
Station House1B1BR,1BA$847
Holiday Apartments1B1BR,1BA$847
1806-1812 12th Ave ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montlake, WA

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montlake area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2B Model at Burke Gilman Gardens in the in the Windermere neighborhood starting from $1,582. The second greatest value Montlake apartment is the 2239 Yale Ave E Model at 2239 Yale Ave E, Unit 102 starting at $1,650 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montlake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Burke Gilman Gardens2B2BR,1BA$1.75
2239 Yale Ave E, Unit 1022239 Yale Ave E1BR,1BA$1.96
Pacific Sunrise3x1.5 RF3BR,1.5BA$1.54
Yugo Seattle Rivendell2 Bed, 1 Bath Classic2BR,1BA$1.77
Nordheim Court UW Student Apartments2-Bedroom Large2BR,1BA$2.10
The Humphrey Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.77
Twin Maple Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1.5BA$2.08
Sheridan ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.81
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1.98
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Montlake, Seattle, WA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Seattle, Washington. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Montlake Neighborhood in Seattle, WA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montlake Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montlake?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montlake is at Luna Mia Co-Living Studios listed at $695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montlake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montlake Apartment is $847 at Holiday Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montlake is starting from $1,017 at Pantages.

What is the most affordable Montlake Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montlake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeview Apartments and starts from $1,169.

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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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Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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