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

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Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA. 110 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,300

  • a living room with a desk and two chairs and a window
    Today

    1901 Franklin Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,146+
  • a kitchen with a white refrigerator and a window
    Today

    420 Blanchard Street, Seattle, WA 98121
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO $1,247
    1 BED $1,323

Apartments Under $1,500

  • a living room with a fireplace and a rug
    Today

    306 Blanchard Street, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,345+
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    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a dining room table
    Today

    3010 1St Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,370
    1 BED $1,456
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a chandelier
    Today

    604 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122
    STUDIO $1,375
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a dining room and living room with tables and couches
    Today

    975 John St, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,395+
    1 BED $1,926
  • an overhead view of a living room with furniture and a staircase
    Today

    910 John St, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,399
    1 BED $1,651+
    2 BEDS $2,162
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  • More Rentals Near South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

  • a living room with a white rug and a ceiling fan
    Today

    2619 5Th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,399
  • a living room with a gray couch and a striped rug
    Today

    2217 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,399+
    1 BED $2,160
  • a living room with a couch and a table with bar stools
    Today

    1215 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,442+
    1 BED $2,012+
    2 BEDS $2,930+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
    Today

    2510 Western Avenue, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,450
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with two chairs and a table
    Today

    527 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,499+
    1 BED $1,599+

Apartments Under $1,700

  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    Today

    1711 12Th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98122
    STUDIO $1,600
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a desk and a chair and a window
    Today

    1735 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,608+
    1 BED $2,393+
    2 BEDS $2,678+
  • a living room with a blue couch and a tv
    Today

    2900 1St Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,630+
    1 BED $2,174+
    2 BEDS $2,731+
  • an open living room with a view of the city and a couch and chairs
    Today

    323 Bellevue Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
    STUDIO $1,699+
    1 BED $2,299+

Apartments Under $1,900

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table and a balcony
    Today

    701 5Th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO $1,749+
    1 BED $2,631+
    2 BEDS $3,412+
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    206 Bell St, Seattle, WA 98121
    STUDIO $1,952
    1 BED $1,796
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of large windows
    Today

    1823 Terry Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
    STUDIO $2,130+
    1 BED $1,885+
    2 BEDS $3,385+

Apartments Under $2,100

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table and a fireplace
    Today

    105 Warren Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    1 BED $1,935+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Today

    306 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $1,995

Apartments Under $2,300

  • a living room with furniture and a view of the city
    Today

    311 Cedar St, Seattle, WA 98121
    1 BED $2,100+
  • a living room with leather chairs and a fireplace and a television
    Today

    206 5Th Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a tall building on the side of a street
    Today

    756 JOHN STREET, SEATTLE, WA 98109
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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  • a living room with a vaulted ceiling and a blue and white room with furniture
    Today

    1330 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
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    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 $1,499 and $5,000.

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

There are 8 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

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 600 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 110 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the South Lake Union, Seattle, WA average, which is currently $2,747. On RentCafe, South Lake Union rents go as low as $1,146/mo.

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