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Apartments for Rent in Seattle, WA under $500

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    2 bd $420+
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    Seola Crossing I

    4.0 (3)
    9839 8TH AVE SW, STE 106, SEATTLE, WA 98106
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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    Salmon Creek

    4.5 (2)
    9839 8TH AVENUE SW 106, SEATTLE, WA 98106
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Studio $65
    Base rent
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    Haus 13

    913-917 13Th Ave, SEATTLE, WA 98122
    Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
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    Longfellow/Westwood Court

    9413 27TH AVE SW, J, SEATTLE, WA 98126
    Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony • Extra Storage
  • 4-0-city
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When were prices and availability in Seattle, WA last updated?

Prices and availability in Seattle, WA were last updated on 22 Oct 2026.

What are the best apartments in Seattle, WA?

The best apartments in Seattle, WA are: Skye Apartments, Helix Ellipse, Reverb, Decibel on 12th and Metroline Flats.

What type of rental buildings are in Seattle, WA?

In Seattle 56% of the housing is rented out compared to 44% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 40% of Seattle's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 49% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 11% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Seattle, WA under $500

Searching for apartments for rent in Seattle, WA under $500 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away.

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