| STUDIO | $1,843 |
| 1 BED | $1,762+ |
| 2 BEDS | Ask for Pricing |
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| STUDIO | $1,843 |
| 1 BED | $1,762+ |
| 2 BEDS | Ask for Pricing |
| STUDIO | Ask for Pricing |
| 1 BED | $2,841+ |
| 2 BEDS | $4,117+ |
| STUDIO | $1,660+ |
| 1 BED | $2,257+ |
| 2 BEDS | $3,484+ |
| STUDIO | $1,825 |
| 1 BED | $1,900 |
| 2 BEDS | Ask for Pricing |
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| 1 BED | $2,190+ |
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| 1 BED | $1,895+ |
| 2 BEDS | $3,295+ |
| STUDIO | $1,597 |
| 1 BED | $1,994 |
| 2 BEDS | $2,689 |
Rental prices in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA have increased by 3.81% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,696 to $2,799.
Check out the average rent in Seattle.
The national average price of rental apartments is $1,743, while the average monthly rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is $2,799.
The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is around $2,799.
A share of 1% of apartments in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 26% of rentals are $2,501-$3,000. Around 12% of South Lake Union's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000. There are 32% of apartments with rents between $2,001-$2,500. A share of 28% of apartment rentals in Seattle are in the > $3,000 range.
The largest share of rentals in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA (32%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Prices and availability in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA were last updated on 24 Nov 2025.
The best apartments in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA are: Borealis, Aperture on Fifth, True North, The Century and Rivet Apartments.
The average rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is $2,624.
The price range for a studio apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is between $1,373 and $6,775.
The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is between $1,721 and $7,585.
The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is between $1,762 and $8,832.
The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA is between $1,999 and $15,219.
In South Lake Union, 79% of the residents are renting compared to 21% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 64% of South Lake Union’s rentals, 33% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.
Located along the northern portion of downtown Seattle, South Lake Union is a stylishly modern neighborhood adjacent to Lake Union and home to Facebook offices and four Google office buildings. Accordingly, South Lake Union attracts a number of well-educated renters looking to further their tech careers - meaning apartment rentals in South Lake Union can be a bit pricey due to their proximity to downtown Seattle and lucrative employment opportunities. After much revitalization, South Lake Union is now an upbeat mixture of residential and commercial space. When renting in South Lake Union, public schooling options include Lowell Elementary School, John Hay Elementary School, Queen Anne Elementary School, McClure Middle School, Hamilton International Middle School, Nova High School and Ingraham High School. The apartments and houses for rent in South Lake Union are also close to Virginia Mason Medical Center and the University of Washington Medical Center.
South Lake Union has undergone a number of extensive redevelopments to better appeal to an influx of new renters. By design, renting in South Lake Union is within walking distance of numerous businesses, events and green space almost every minute. Additionally, many rentals were built recently and have a modern style. There are even luxury apartments in high-rise buildings with fitness centers and pet care services. However, there are still single-family, historic houses for rent with craftsman or Victorian cottage architecture, as well as occasional bungalow-style rentals. Unfortunately, renters looking for townhouses won't find them in this neighborhood. Notably, when renting in South Lake Union, a landlord has to give renters at least 60 days' notice before they can raise rent more than 10%.
In total, South Lake Union, Seattle, WA has 32,552 residents, 15,375 women and 17,177 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Lake Union’s population is 32.
Five miles north of South Lake Union is Willow Pass Recreation Center, which has a banquet hall, kitchen facilities, a bar, meeting rooms and an extra-tall outdoor patio with ceiling fans. Rentals in South Lake Union are also close to the City University of Seattle Library, Arnold Library, and Washington Talking Book and Braille Library. Plus, South Lake Union renters have Denny Park (with a garden and fenced-in, off-leash dog park); Cascade Playground (with two playgrounds, three fields and picnic facilities); and the amazing, 12-acre, waterside Lake Union Park that's home to the Museum of History and Industry, as well as the Center for Wooden Boats. As for grocery stores, renters have a Whole Foods Market to the south, as well as independent stores. Renters are also within walking distance of the world-famous Space Needle, which is a rotating restaurant with skyline views.
There is a total of 20,583 households in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA. Of these, 1,245 have children and 19,338 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 4,851 family households and 15,732 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Lake Union is 1 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Lake Union equals $130,845, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,365.
With I-5 to the east and Route 99 to the west, renters in South Lake Union have tremendous access to the Seattle metro area. However, as a residential neighborhood just minutes from downtown Seattle, renters in South Lake Union can count on heavy traffic during peak hours. Fortunately, owning a car is not necessary when renting in South Lake Union. That's because renters are provided with more than 15 bus routes, regional trains, and a light rail line through the combined efforts of Sound Transit and Community Transit. Otherwise, renters use the Seattle Streetcar South Lake Union Line to quickly get to shops, restaurants and Lake Union Park. Finally, the closest airport when renting in South Lake Union is King County International Airport (seven miles south).
According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, of the population in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA have no high school education, 7% went to high-school, and 10% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 44% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 34% hold a Graduate Degree.
RentCafe is your one-stop shop for finding a great new apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA. Easily search through a wide selection of apartments for rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA, and view detailed information about available rentals including floor plans, pricing, photos, amenities, interactive maps, and thorough property descriptions. Property owners and managers are one click away, so feel free to contact them and find out all you need to know about the apartment you’re interested in. Browse South Lake Union, Seattle, WA apartments with rents starting from $1,373 and submit your rental application today!
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