100 Best Apartments in Seattle, WA (with reviews)

Q: What are the best apartments in Seattle, WA?

The best apartments in Seattle, WA are: Bowman , Maris , The Nolo , The Corydon and The Lyric .

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Average rent in Seattle, WA

$2,334/mo Seattle, WA average rental price, July 2022

The average monthly rent of apartments in Seattle, WA is $2,334.

Seattle, WA apartment rent ranges

About 27% of apartment rents in Seattle, WA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 60% of apartments. Around 11% of Seattle’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,706, the average rent in Seattle, WA is $2,334.

Getting around in Seattle, WA

58 /100

Somewhat Walkable

78 /100

Excellent Transit

87 /100

Very Bikeable

Walk Score®: 58, Transit Score®: 78, Bike Score®: 87

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Seattle, WA last updated?

Prices and availability in Seattle, WA were last updated on 4 Dec 2022.

What are the best apartments in Seattle, WA?

The best apartments in Seattle, WA are: Bowman, Maris, The Nolo, The Corydon and The Lyric.

What is the average rent in Seattle, WA?

The average rent in Seattle, WA is $2,334. Start your search for apartments in Seattle, WA now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Seattle, WA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Seattle, WA is between $576 and $11,071. View all studio apartments in Seattle, WA.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA is between $288 and $10,110. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Seattle, WA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA is between $288 and $16,261. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Seattle, WA is between $288 and $22,000. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Seattle, WA.

What type of rental buildings are in Seattle, WA?

In Seattle 55% of the housing is rented out compared to 45% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 35% of Seattle’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 51% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Seattle, WA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Seattle are about 23 years old, on average. Of these, 65% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 7 stories. About 22% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 52% are mid-rises, and 12% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Seattle, WA?

Studio apartments in Seattle are around 21% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 53% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 23% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Seattle, WA in the news

The Great Return: Renters Jumpstart Large Cities with Surge in Applications in 2021

Apartments in Seattle saw a lot of interest from apartment hunters in the first half of 2021.

1 in 3 Renters Are Looking to Upsize to an Extra Bedroom: What It Costs & Where to Upgrade for Less

The highest financial effort to upgrade an apartment (by percentage) was noted the top 3 largest cities in the U.S. Seattle ties Chicago in third place with a 38% price difference or $706 more per month for an extra bedroom.

Class of 2021, These Are the Hottest Jobs for Your and the Best Metros to Find Them

Seattle metro is the third-best bet to start a career, with a potpourri of fast-growing jobs for fresh college grads. The Emerald City earned its spot because 111 of 1,000 jobs here are on our “hot list”. Here you can build your career as a software developer or market researcher, but Seattle may actually be the best choice for management entry-levels in sales, construction, medical and health services or administrative services.

Year-End Report 2020: Rental Season Delayed and Cut Short, Gen Z Renters Overtake Gen X, and Big City Rents Drop

In Seattle, more renters moved out in 2020 than in previous years. Also, Seattle saw rent prices drop the third fastest in 2020, by 8.5%, being surpassed by only San Francisco and Manhattan.

Renter's guide to Seattle, WA

Seattle is best known for its high-quality coffee and its alternative and grunge music scene. Seattle is about the same size as Cleveland or Milwaukee. Thanks to its revitalization as a center of technology, business, and education, it is very popular among millennials. It has a hip urban center and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures. It is by far the largest city in the state of Washington. It is a three-hour drive from Portland and a two‐and‐a‐half-hour drive from Vancouver without traffic. During summer, the average temperature is 66ºF and the city has a dry and sunny climate with not too hot temperatures. In winter, the average temperature is 47ºF; it is particularly wet and cool with the most frequent rainfall of any major city. Autumn and spring are also wet and cloudy.

Tips for renting in Seattle, WA

If you’re looking to move to Seattle from Portland, you will notice that people are more obsessed with education—there are dozens of universities here. In Seattle, landlords are required to give a minimum of 30 days’ notice of the termination of a year-to-year lease contract. A month-to-month agreement continues until either the landlord or tenant gives the other a written notice at least 20 days before the end of the rental period. Tenants come under the Washington State Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, which is although very similar to Portland’s current legislation, there are some important differences. For example, with a month-to-month rental agreement, either you or your landlord can end the agreement with a 30-day written notice in Seattle. In Portland, however, tenants are required to give a 90-day notice for no-cause evictions—the landlord does not have to tell you the reason for the 90-day notice, yet the reason must be a lawful one.

Seattle, WA demographics

741,251Total Population
366,487 Female

374,764 Male
35.2Median Age

Seattle, WA has a population of 741,251 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 366,487 of Seattle’s residents are women and 374,764 are men. The median age of those who live in Seattle, WA is 35.2.

Living in Seattle, WA

Like living in any major city, living in Seattle comes with a number of pros and cons. The inhabitants of Seattle are, for the most part, very open-minded and into expressions of art such as music, painting, glassblowing, theater, etc. It has a very active nightlife and the best restaurants are always packed with the freshest seafood. Another major advantage is that Seattle has no income tax, only a high sales tax that does not apply to groceries and home purchases. It also attracts a lot of well-educated and young people so you should have no difficulty locating a job or finding a hip social circle. Unfortunately, Seattle is infamous for its bad weather and has terrible traffic. Living in Seattle costs a lot compared to other major cities and requires a high paying job to afford the added expense and high property taxes. In recent years, the per capita crime rate has become greater than that of New York City.

Seattle, WA households

152,587 Family

192,042 Non-family
65,611 Children

279,018 No Children

344,629Total Number of Households
2.08Average People Per Household
$97,185Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 344,629 households in Seattle, WA. 152,587 are family households and 192,042 are non-family households. There are 65,611 households with children in Seattle and 279,018 households without children. On average, about 2.08 people live in a household in Seattle, WA.

Things to do in Seattle, WA

Everyone knows when you come to Seattle, you do not want to miss the Space Needle and the Aquarium. It is perfect if you are traveling with children, your family, or as a couple. You and your significant other should not miss the Chihuly Gardens of Glass, which is located right below the Space Needle. Pike Place Market and the Experience Music Project Museum are also ideal destinations for couples. If you’ve got children to entertain, the Woodland Park Zoo, Pacific Science Center, and Woodland Park are the places to go. The most iconic shopping center in Seattle is Pike Place Market, but University Village and Fremont are also worth checking out. For when you don’t feel like spending money, some of the best free things to do include visiting the Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle’s Art Museum, Seattle Asian Art Museum, and Gallery Walk. There are also plenty of great places to walk your dog or spend some family time outdoors. The best parks include Camp Long, Carkeek Park, Lakeridge Park, Matthews Beach Park, and Lincoln Park. The biggest annual events to happen in the city include the University District Street Fair, the Northwest Folklife Festival, Freemont Fair and Solstice Parade, and the Bite of Seattle. With all of its live music and art festivals, Seattle is one of the best cities to experience unique expressions of culture.

Seattle, WA employment & economy

Aerospace, manufacturing, and internet retail are some of the biggest industries operating out of Seattle. The city is home to the headquarters of Amazon, Starbucks, Costco, Microsoft, Nordstrom, and Boeing. As a result, Seattle is famous for its high paying technology, executive business, and aerospace-based jobs.

Education in Seattle, WA

An impressive 54% of Seattle residents have at least a bachelor's degree, which is more than any major city in the country.

The city is also home to the University of Washington, which ranks not only among the best schools in the country – but in the entire world.

Then there's Seattle University and Seattle Pacific University, along with several institutions for students of the arts, including The Art Institute of Seattle, Cornish College of the Arts, and Gage Academy of Arts.

The younger members of the family will be attending either the Seattle School District or Renton School District, though there are also plenty of great private schools in the area.

Seattle, WA education statistics

The level of education of the population of Seattle, WA is as follows: 2% have no high school education, 13% completed some high school, 18% partially completed college, 6% have an Associate Degree, 36% have a Bachelor Degree, and 25% have a Graduate Degree.

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