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Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

134 Rentals Available
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA. 134 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,200

  • a living room with tables and chairs and a skateboard on the wall
    25
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    421 Belmont Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,000+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,325
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a counter with plates on it
    94
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    1831 8Th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,067
    1 BED $1,133
  • a living room with a desk and two chairs and a window
    103
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    1901 Franklin Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,099+
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a table with plates of food
    174
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    1201 Summit Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,099+
    1 BED $1,599
  • a living room with yellow chairs and a table and a staircase
    71
    Today

    1020 Seneca St, Seattle, WA 98101
    STUDIO $1,199+
    1 BED $1,825+
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Apartments Under $1,400

  • a living room with a white rug and a ceiling fan
    47
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    2619 5Th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,245
  • the kitchen is being remodeled with white cabinets and white counter tops and a sink
    10
    Today

    707 East Roy St, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,250
    1 BED $1,450
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
    5
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    2001 Eastlake Ave, Seattle, WA 98102
    1 BED $1,295+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    58
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    2510 Western Avenue, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,295+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a chandelier
    38
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    604 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122
    STUDIO $1,350+
    1 BED $1,625
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a grey countertop.
    15
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    500 Wall St, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,361+
    1 BED $1,931+
    2 BEDS $2,616+

Apartments Under $1,600

  • a dining room and living room with tables and couches
    47
    Today

    975 John St, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,550
    1 BED $2,105+
  • a living room and kitchen with a glass table
    83
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    1551 Minor Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
    STUDIO $1,587+
    1 BED $2,012+

Apartments Under $1,800

  • a living room with a large window and a couch
    8
    Today

    1259 Thomas St., Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,660+
    1 BED $2,257+
    2 BEDS $3,484+
  • an open living room with a view of the city and a couch and chairs
    54
    Today

    323 Bellevue Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,699
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a pool table in a living room with a bar and a television
    Today

    1421 Harvard Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,699
    1 BED $2,205
    2 BEDS $3,899+
  • a living room with a large window and a couch and a table
    89
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    1735 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,708+
    1 BED $1,989+
    2 BEDS $2,899+
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    A modern kitchen with a wooden table and chairs in the Aperture clubhouse A dining room with a table and chairs
    Today

    206 5Th Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109
    7 Units available
    STUDIO $1,843
    1 BED $1,762+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    A modern kitchen with a wooden table and chairs in the Aperture clubhouse A dining room with a table and chairs A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and window A rooftop patio with red chairs and a pool table with the Seattle Space Needle in the background
    Amenities
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Garage
    • Large Closets
    • Fitness Center
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  • a living room with a large window and a couch and a television
    Today

    1208 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a kitchen and a couch and chairs
    40
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    1209 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    1 BED $1,799+
    2 BEDS $3,726+

Apartments Under $2,000

  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    Today

    717 Dexter Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,825
    1 BED $1,900
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a view of the ocean and a table and chairs
    5
    Today

    400 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,995
    1 BED $2,495+
    2 BEDS $4,995

Apartments Under $2,200

  • a living room with a large window and a couch
    26
    Today

    801 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,057+
    2 BEDS $2,558+
  • a tall building on the side of a street
    10
    Today

    756 JOHN STREET, SEATTLE, WA 98109
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and a window
    68
    Today

    420 Blanchard Street, Seattle, WA 98121
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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Getting around in South Lake Union, WA

97 /100
Walker's Paradise
82 /100
Excellent Transit
80 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 97, Transit Score®: 82, Bike Score®: 80

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,843 and $7,585.

How many cheap rentals are available in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA on RentCafe?

There are 24 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

The average South Lake Union, Seattle, WA cheap apartment size is 729 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

Cheap apartments in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

A cheap apartment in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in South Lake Union has never been easier. We feature 134 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the South Lake Union, Seattle, WA average, which is currently $2,799. On RentCafe, South Lake Union rents go as low as $1,000/mo.

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