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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue Studio Apartments | $1,969 | $1,080 | $7,204 |
Bellevue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $1,263 | $10,000+ |
| Bellevue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $1,509 | $10,000+ |
| Bellevue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,284 | $1,124 | $10,000+ |
| Bellevue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,957 | $5,900 | $8,014 |
There are currently 283 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Bellevue, WA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,199 to $4,071. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Bellevue with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Issaquah | 206 | $1,896 | $1,199 |
| Woodbridge | 77 | $2,156 | $1,409 |
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellevue, WA is found at AVA Esterra Park in the Crossroads neighborhood and is 1,310 square feet priced from $2,865. Verde Esterra Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,116 square feet and currently listed start at $3,625. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Bellevue:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVA Esterra Park | A6L | 1,310 Sq Ft | $2,865 |
| Verde Esterra Park | 1.20.1 | 1,116 Sq Ft | $3,625 |
| Metro 112 Apartments | Mountain I to XII | 1,094 Sq Ft | $2,610 |
| Venn at Main | TH.9 | 1,076 Sq Ft | $3,287 |
| AMLI Spring District | A6DT | 1,015 Sq Ft | $3,251 |
| Avalon Towers Bellevue | A16P | 1,001 Sq Ft | $4,086 |
| The Bravern | A16 South | 1,000 Sq Ft | $4,165 |
| Park Vista Apartments | 1 Bed + Den 1.5 Bathrooms | 980 Sq Ft | $2,675 |
| Two Lincoln Tower | Furnished Homes | 833 Sq Ft | $7,550 |
| Aria | Open 1 Bedroom Loft | 703 Sq Ft | $2,519 |
As of February 17, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Bellevue, WA is the A1 Model starting from $1,409 at Polaris at Eastgate in the Sammamish neighborhood. The second most affordable Bellevue 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Westwinds Apartments starting at $1,450 in the Fortuna neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Bellevue is currently $2,518. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Bellevue:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Polaris at Eastgate | A1 | $1,409 |
| Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| The Onyx | Bristol Short Term Lease | $1,502 |
| Trailwood Apartment Homes | 1x1 | $1,595 |
| Redmond Hill | Plan 1B | $1,597 |
| The Ridge at Bellevue | Birch | $1,625 |
| Capella at Esterra Park | C2 | $1,625 |
| Colonial Square | 1 Bedroom | $1,640 |
| 425 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| Woodland Commons | Plan 1C | $1,679 |
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Write a ReviewConsidering the city's nearness to outdoor activities, its diverse populace, and variety of things to do, Bellevue, QA came in No. 2 on Livability.com's rundown of the 2016 Top 100 Best Places To Live in the U.S. This makes apartments in Bellevue, WA a great choice if you are looking in the area.
The unemployment rate in Bellevue is 3.90 percent (U.S. avg. is 5.20%). Late employment outlook is positive at 1.69 percent growth. Starting at 2014, Bellevue's populace is 139,820. Since 2000, it has had increased 60.95 percent. Normal commute time is 10 minutes. The National Average is 26 minutes. The average home cost in Bellevue is $730,000. Home appreciation in the last decade has been 40.89%. Bellevue government funded schools invest $14,197 per child, U.S. average is $12,383.
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Bellevue is at Polaris at Eastgate listed at $1,409.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Bellevue is $2,518.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Bellevue is a 1,310 square feet unit starting from $2,865 at AVA Esterra Park.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Bellevue is currently 727 sq ft.
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Written by: Sharon Stallings
I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.
Written by: Sharon Stallings
I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. Whether you're new to Seattle or grew up here, the neighborhood where you live makes a huge difference while attending college.
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I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. We're blessed to live in Seattle, affectionately known as the Emerald City.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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