Seattle or The Emerald City is one of the affordable cities to live in, but of course, this depends on where you're basing it. Compared to other cities in the US, living in Seattle is affordable, particularly for families searching for a place to settle.

Also, if you're a coffee-lover, it would be great to know that this is the home of the first Starbucks. So, the smell of freshly brewed coffee in the morning can sure liven your day.

Anyway, we all know that starting life in a big city like Seattle would entail a starting capital. So, it's much better to begin your life by simply renting first. In this way, you get to adjust yourself to the city and your spending habit.

To help you search for Seattle's affordable rents, here are some of the tips I can share with you.

1. Decide where to settle first. Try to find out first where or what part of Seattle you want or intend to live. It applies to wherever you want to live. The good thing with today's technology is that there are websites to check about a specific area. For this instance, it's Seattle. If you want to know details about Seattle, check it here at www.seattle.gov or visit seattle.org.

2. Research online, it's faster. Just consider different aspects when searching for your dream location, like proximity to the workplace, to school if you have kids and other necessities. A website like Zumper gives you a more detailed listing. All you need to do is have an account with Zumper so you can immediately find a listing that matches your needs. According to Zumper, there are more renters than household owners, with an average of 53% for the renters-occupied households while the owner-occupied houses are about 47%. It only shows that the rents on this place are in demand. You will have a hard time locating one that will matter to you.

3. Scout on foot. Though driving is much faster and convenient, a walk in the neighborhood can still give you more advantages of finding your house for rent. Sometimes the best places are not easy to find, so you have to put some effort into checking all parts of the neighborhood. Plus, you get to vibe the community if it feels right in settling on that specific neighborhood.

4. Always think about your family's needs. So, if you're searching for a house or a condo, always prioritize the safety of your family. Always find a unit that will suit your family size. You can also include in your consideration if someone in the family has particular needs.5

5. Immediately get in touch with the owner. By simply expressing your intention to rent the place will give you an edge in closing the deal. Yes, there are 1,305 apartments for rent in Seattle, with a median rent of $1,595.00, which only means an abundance of places for rent, but having a perfect apartment for your family, you'll need to be fast.

I hope these bits of information may help in your hunt, but some figures vary from time to time, so always check out the listings in Seattle to be updated.