What is the average apartment size in First Hill, Seattle, WA?

The average size for a First Hill, Seattle, WA apartment is 662 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in First Hill?

As of Jun / 2026, the average rent in First Hill is $2,283 per month, a 2.48% increase from last years average of $2,228.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in First Hill?

In First Hill, studios rent for $1,425 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,244 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,384 per month.

What is the average apartment size in First Hill?

The typical apartment in First Hill offers about 662 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in First Hill?

Studio apartments in First Hill average 432 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 638 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 989 sq. ft.

First Hill, Seattle, WA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in First Hill?

The typical rent budget in First Hill ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 23% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in First Hill?

In First Hill, 85% of households rent while 15% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in First Hill is $2,283, a 2.48% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,228.

Studio Apartments at $1,425 offer the most budget-friendly option with 432 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 638 square feet for $2,244, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $3,384 offer 989 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in First Hill, Seattle, WA

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,283	662 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,425	432 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,244	638 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,384	989 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

First Hill, Seattle, WA rent trends

Rental prices in First Hill, Seattle, WA have increased by 2.48% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,228 to $2,283.

What's the typical rent budget in First Hill, Seattle, WA?

The largest share of rentals in First Hill, Seattle, WA (23%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in First Hill, Seattle, WA?

3,324 or 85% of the households in First Hill, Seattle, WA are renter-occupied while 589 or 15% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in First Hill?

Mount Baker $1,330/month

Loyal Heights $1,510/month

Victory Heights $1,548/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,238/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in First Hill?

Ravenna $2,755/month

Belltown $2,823/month

Seattle Central Business District $3,114/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Seattle, WA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Seattle Central Business District	$3,114
Belltown	$2,823
Ravenna	$2,755
South Lake Union	$2,717
Central Waterfront	$2,692
Pike Market	$2,681
Westlake	$2,618
Pioneer Square	$2,528
Green Lake	$2,508
Crown Hill	$2,464
East Queen Anne	$2,463
Wallingford	$2,418
Genesee	$2,362
Columbia City	$2,293
First Hill	$2,283
Hillwood	$2,263
South Delridge	$2,258
Madison Park	$2,251
Lower Queen Anne	$2,250
North Admiral	$2,245
Fremont	$2,245
Atlantic	$2,185
West Queen Anne	$2,182
North City	$2,175
Ballard	$2,172
North Queen Anne	$2,159
North Delridge	$2,148
Parkwood	$2,148
West Woodland	$2,148
Yesler Terrace	$2,126
Fairmount Park	$2,115
Meridian Park	$2,111
Minor	$2,099
Broadway	$2,079
Stevens	$2,075
Eastlake	$2,071
University District	$2,067
Roxhill	$2,051
Greenwood	$2,047
Junction	$2,045
Roosevelt	$2,044
Maple Leaf	$2,044
Echo Lake	$2,043
Haller Lake	$2,033
High Point	$1,951
Interbay	$1,949
Portage Bay	$1,947
Richmond Highlands	$1,917
Whittier Heights	$1,894
Pinehurst	$1,889
North Beacon Hill	$1,869
North College Park	$1,859
Mann	$1,845
Brighton	$1,814
Central Des Moines	$1,801
International District	$1,776
Broadview	$1,754
Olympic Hills	$1,751
Cedar Park	$1,721
Bitter Lake	$1,683
South Des Moines	$1,666
Ballinger	$1,641
Wedgwood	$1,569
Victory Heights	$1,548
Loyal Heights	$1,510
Mount Baker	$1,330

Seattle | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in First Hill is 4% higher than in Atlantic

$2,283

First Hill rent is the same as Seattle average

Average Rent $2,283

$2,185

Atlantic rent is 4% lower than Seattle average

Average Rent $2,185

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all First Hill apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.