Seattle/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 25, 2020
Apartments for rent in Seattle: What will $1,700 get you?5020 California Ave. SW | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Seattle?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Seattle if you've got up to $1,700/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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9020 35th Ave. SW (Delridge)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $1,615/month, this 570-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 9020 35th Ave. SW.

The residence has a dishwasher, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Building amenities include assigned parking. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $1,250 security deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

512 Fifth Ave. West (Queen Anne)

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence located at 512 Fifth Ave. West. It's also listed for $1,615/month for its 600 square feet.

Building amenities include additional storage space. In the residence, the listing promises a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and quartz countertops. Good news for animal lovers: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

5020 California Ave. SW (West Seattle)

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Here's a 791-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at 5020 California Ave. SW that's going for $1,618/month.

In the residence, you'll see quartz countertops and a fireplace. Amenities offered in the building include bike parking, additional storage space, outdoor space and a gym. Cats and dogs are not welcome.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

Working with a tight budget? Here are the cheapest rentals recently listed in Seattle.


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