Yes, it is possible to rent Seattle, Washington apartments on bad credit. So there is no need to put off moving to the city just because you have less than perfect credit history. The city, named after a Native American chief, has a lot to offer. It is known for its green environment. You have great outdoors here, great waters (Lake Washington and Puget Sound to name two), and great architecture. Points of recreation and arts such as the Benaroya Hall, 5th Avenue Theater, and Seattle Cinerama are also in Seattle. There is also the Space Needle here and the original Starbucks, as well as the Exotic Meat Company.

It is a great city to live in, as its 617,334 citizens will tell you (the only problem is the rains and you get used to the rains). Here are some ways by which you could get Seattle apartments for rent on bad credit.

1. Independent Home Owners – It is usually companies and corporations who insist on credit scores. It is also possible that in the case of companies, the clerk who deals with you would have difficulty tweaking the policies for you. Instead, if you approach independent owners, they are more likely to look at your rental history and income rather than your credit score. Hence look for Seattle apartments from independent owners. There would be ads from independent owners in local newspapers such as The Seattle Times and The Stranger.
2. Have a Guarantor – If you have a guarantor with a good credit score then you are likely to get good Seattle apartments for rent. The guarantor’s credit history would be enough to offset your own lack in the area. As long as you know someone in Seattle, you will be okay.
3. Pay a Bigger Deposit – If you are willing to pay a high deposit, then you will be able to find apartments in Seattle which could be rented out even on bad credit. Even companies may be willing on such terms if you take care to negotiate with higher ups rather than the clerks.
4. Co-rent your Seattle apartments – If you co-rent with a person who has a good credit history, then too you will be able to find an apartment for rent easily enough. You could look for possible roommates in The Stranger or Seattle Times. You could also look in websites or ask around in Seattle city forums.
5. Look on the Internet – There are many companies on the internet who specifically provide rental apartments in Seattle on bad credit. You could search for them and contact them for their rates.

Living right in the hub of the city is a thrill, but sometimes, it’s just too exciting to live in Seattle. Rent an apartment in an outlying city and you may find that you really appreciate living in a smaller place with more of a sense of community. Here are three major cities that make up a large part of the Seattle metro area:

Tacoma, WA – population: 199,637; average apartment rent: $866; distance: 35 miles

Situated right between Seattle to the north and Olympia, the State capital, to the south, Tacoma is the third largest city in Washington and has over 50 parks and open spaces.

In spite of its long-standing rough, gritty image, this city’s downtown district has undergone revitalization over the last 20 years and has been well upgraded. The Museum of Glass is here and offers glass-blowing demonstrations for visitors.

Featuring many cultural attractions, and a local farmers’ market, this city has a surprisingly strong sense of unity for how large it is. Nicknamed “The City of Destiny,” Tacoma invites you to join your destiny with its own.

Bellevue, WA – population: 126,626; average apartment rent: $1,264; distance: 10 miles

In French, Bellevue means “beautiful view,” which is reflective of the city’s apt name — residents feel peace and comfort from the natural beauties surrounding them here.

Recently ranked as the 4th best place to live in America, Bellevue hosts many recurring events, has beautiful weather, and only receives 36 inches of rain each year.

Bellevue is the nearest of these cities to downtown Seattle, but even though it is only 10 miles away, the commute can easily take 30 minutes.

Everett, WA – population: 103,019; average apartment rent: $912; distance: 30 miles

The climate in Everett is divine, with average high temperatures ranging between 45 – 74 degrees and average lows between 34 – 54 degrees. The scenery here is spectacular and the city is covered in parks, gardens, waterfront, and other lovely places.

Artistic culture isn’t as pronounced here as in some of the other cities on this list, but there is a beautiful library, a performing arts center, and a delightful children’s museum.

If you’re moving outside of Seattle, rent an apartment in one of the three cities listed above. They each have personality of their own, though, so you’ll want to block out some time to get to know them and make sure you and the city will be good for each other. Happy hunting!