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

The average size for a First Hill, Seattle, WA apartment is 670 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 Sep / 2026, the average rent in First Hill is $2,248 per month, a 1.75% increase from last years average of $2,209.

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

In First Hill, studios rent for $1,423 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,220 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,350 per month.

What is the average apartment size in First Hill?

The typical apartment in First Hill offers about 670 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 441 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 651 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,012 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 $1,501 to $2,000 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: October 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in First Hill is $2,248, a 1.75% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,209.

Studio Apartments at $1,423 offer the most budget-friendly option with 441 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 651 square feet for $2,220, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $3,350 offer 1,012 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in First Hill, Seattle, WA

Last updated: October 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,248	670 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,423	441 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,220	651 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,350	1,012 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

First Hill, Seattle, WA rent trends

Rental prices in First Hill, Seattle, WA have increased by 1.75% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,209 to $2,248.

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

The largest share of rentals in First Hill, Seattle, WA (23%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 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 $1,311/month

Victory Heights $1,527/month

Loyal Heights $1,545/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,251/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in First Hill?

Ravenna $2,762/month

Belltown $2,850/month

Seattle Central Business District $3,111/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	$3,111
Belltown	$2,850
Ravenna	$2,762
South Lake Union	$2,751
Pike Market	$2,706
Central Waterfront	$2,678
Westlake	$2,606
Pioneer Square	$2,554
Green Lake	$2,532
Crown Hill	$2,493
East Queen Anne	$2,466
Wallingford	$2,419
Genesee	$2,362
Hillwood	$2,332
Columbia City	$2,309
Fremont	$2,303
Maple Leaf	$2,275
North Admiral	$2,270
South Delridge	$2,263
North City	$2,261
First Hill	$2,248
West Queen Anne	$2,245
West Woodland	$2,240
Lower Queen Anne	$2,240
Eastlake	$2,210
North Delridge	$2,194
Haller Lake	$2,180
University District	$2,179
Ballard	$2,177
Minor	$2,169
Atlantic	$2,153
North Queen Anne	$2,141
Parkwood	$2,137
Meridian Park	$2,135
Fairmount Park	$2,109
Broadway	$2,083
Yesler Terrace	$2,071
Stevens	$2,071
Roosevelt	$2,061
Junction	$2,058
Greenwood	$2,045
Echo Lake	$2,029
Roxhill	$1,974
Portage Bay	$1,947
High Point	$1,932
Interbay	$1,926
Richmond Highlands	$1,921
Pinehurst	$1,894
Whittier Heights	$1,891
North College Park	$1,890
North Beacon Hill	$1,853
Mann	$1,789
International District	$1,780
Central Des Moines	$1,776
Bitter Lake	$1,773
Cedar Park	$1,769
Brighton	$1,765
Olympic Hills	$1,746
Broadview	$1,736
South Des Moines	$1,659
Ballinger	$1,638
Wedgwood	$1,550
Loyal Heights	$1,545
Victory Heights	$1,527
Mount Baker	$1,311

Seattle | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in First Hill is 4% higher than in Atlantic

$2,248

First Hill rent is the same as Seattle average

Average Rent $2,248

$2,153

Atlantic rent is 4% lower than Seattle average

Average Rent $2,153

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.