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

The average size for a South Lake Union, Seattle, WA apartment is 737 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 South Lake Union?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in South Lake Union is $2,747 per month, a 2.14% increase from last years average of $2,690.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in South Lake Union?

In South Lake Union, studios rent for $2,073 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,550 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $3,877 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $6,240 per month

What is the average apartment size in South Lake Union?

The typical apartment in South Lake Union offers about 737 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in South Lake Union?

Studio apartments in South Lake Union average 550 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 679 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,074 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,459 sq. ft.

South Lake Union, Seattle, WA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in South Lake Union?

The typical rent budget in South Lake Union ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 32% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in South Lake Union?

In South Lake Union, 79% of households rent while 21% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 17, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in South Lake Union is $2,747, a 2.14% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,690.

Studio Apartments at $2,073 offer the most budget-friendly option with 550 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 679 square feet for $2,550, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $3,877 offer 1,074 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,459 sq ft) for $6,240, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA

Last updated: February 17, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,747	737 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,073	550 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,550	679 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$3,877	1,074 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$6,240	1,459 sq. ft.

South Lake Union, Seattle, WA rent trends

Rental prices in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA have increased by 2.14% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,690 to $2,747.

What's the typical rent budget in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

The largest share of rentals in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA (32%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA?

4,482 or 79% of the households in South Lake Union, Seattle, WA are renter-occupied while 1,222 or 21% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in South Lake Union?

Wedgwood $1,637/month

South Des Moines $1,668/month

Bitter Lake $1,673/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,242/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in South Lake Union?

Ravenna $2,814/month

Belltown $2,836/month

Seattle Central Business District $3,090/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	$3,090
Belltown	$2,836
Ravenna	$2,814
South Lake Union	$2,747
Central Waterfront	$2,698
Pike Market	$2,651
Pioneer Square	$2,588
Westlake	$2,587
Green Lake	$2,563
Fremont	$2,403
East Queen Anne	$2,398
Wallingford	$2,388
Crown Hill	$2,345
Eastlake	$2,288
South Delridge	$2,265
Ballard	$2,248
Genesee	$2,232
West Woodland	$2,225
Lower Queen Anne	$2,221
Atlantic	$2,199
West Queen Anne	$2,183
North City	$2,175
First Hill	$2,170
Columbia City	$2,163
North Admiral	$2,163
North Queen Anne	$2,163
Hillwood	$2,156
Lawton Park	$2,151
Stevens	$2,144
Madison Park	$2,143
Meridian Park	$2,130
Maple Leaf	$2,123
Greenwood	$2,120
Broadway	$2,107
University District	$2,107
Fairmount Park	$2,102
Minor	$2,099
Yesler Terrace	$2,095
Roosevelt	$2,074
North Delridge	$2,056
North College Park	$2,048
Parkwood	$2,016
Junction	$2,015
Interbay	$2,002
Haller Lake	$1,982
Whittier Heights	$1,980
Echo Lake	$1,963
Portage Bay	$1,957
Roxhill	$1,956
Pinehurst	$1,948
North Beacon Hill	$1,921
High Point	$1,911
Victory Heights	$1,838
Richmond Highlands	$1,811
Olympic Hills	$1,800
Mann	$1,796
Cedar Park	$1,795
Brighton	$1,784
Broadview	$1,776
Central Des Moines	$1,773
Ballinger	$1,706
Loyal Heights	$1,704
International District	$1,700
Bitter Lake	$1,673
South Des Moines	$1,668
Wedgwood	$1,637

Seattle | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in South Lake Union is 25% higher than in Atlantic

$2,747

South Lake Union rent is the same as Seattle average

Average Rent $2,747

$2,199

Atlantic rent is 20% lower than Seattle average

Average Rent $2,199

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 South Lake Union 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.