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Portage Bay, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Portage Bay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Portage Bay area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Lincoln Court priced from $790. Amherst Micro Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Portage Bay apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lincoln CourtSStudio,1BA$790
Amherst Micro StudiosMicro StudioStudio,1BA$795
422 11th Ave - Amazing Remodeled Studios!StudioStudio,1BA$795
Holiday Apartments1B1BR,1BA$847
Station House1B1BR,1BA$847

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Portage Bay, WA

As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Portage Bay 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 Portage Bay apartment is the Mt Baker Model at The Q Apartments starting at $1,900 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Queen Anne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Portage Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Burke Gilman Gardens2B2BR,1BA$1.75
The Q ApartmentsMt Baker2BR,1BA$2.17
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
Avenue BuildingSpacious Corner Unit: Walk to UW, Shops and Res...1BR,1BA$2.15
Twin Maple Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1.5BA$2.08
Elizabeth James House1B1BR,1BA$1.98
BernevaSStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Portage Bay

What type of rentals are currently available in Portage Bay?

There are currently 2435 Apartments for Rent in Portage Bay, WA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $31,995. There are also 90 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Portage Bay ranging from $825 to $12,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Portage Bay?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Portage Bay ranges from $825 to $12,950 with an average monthly rent of $5,670.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Portage Bay?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Portage Bay range from $1,099 to $31,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,099.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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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.

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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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