According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in West Seattle are hovering around $1,662, compared to a $1,595 one-bedroom median for Seattle as a whole.
So how does the low-end pricing on a West Seattle rental look these days—and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and has some transit options.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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4201 42nd Ave. SW
Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom at 4201 42nd Ave. SW, which, at 663 square feet, is going for $1,295/month.
Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and shared outdoor space. In the unit, you're promised tile and carpet floors, high ceilings, many windows, air conditioning, extra storage space and a fireplace. Pet owners, take heed: cats and dogs are permitted. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.
(See the full listing here.)
Avalon Way
Then there's this 547-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at Avalon Way, listed at $1,350/month.
The building offers assigned parking, secured entry and outdoor space. In the unit, expect carpeted flooring, high ceilings, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry and in-unit laundry. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are permitted.
(See the listing here.)
2229 42nd Ave. SW
Listed at $1,395/month, this 675-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom is located at 2229 42nd Ave. SW.
The building offers assigned parking and on-site laundry. Apartment amenities include carpeting, extra storage space, a balcony, white appliances and wooden cabinetry. Pets are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee, but there is a $40 application fee.
(Here's the listing.)
5200 Fauntleroy Way SW
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom, situated at 5200 Fauntleroy Way SW, is also listed for $1,395/month for its 615 square feet of space.
When it comes to building amenities, expect assigned parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring, closet space and stainless steel appliances. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee
(See the listing here.)
4831 Fauntleroy Way SW, #402
And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom space at 4831 Fauntleroy Way SW, #402, which, with 516 square feet, is going for $1,450/month.
The building features assigned parking, a roof deck, a fitness center, outdoor space and on-site laundry. In the unit, anticipate carpeted floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, wooden cabinetry, a fireplace and in-unit laundry. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental, but there is a $42 application fee.
(Check out the listing here.)
