
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bellevue Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA from $1,500 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bellevue area of Bellevue.


11000 NE 10th St, Unit GO FL2-ID983

Excalibur Apartment Homes

362 Bellevue Way NE, Unit GO FL5-ID963

The Baxter

118 107th Avenue Northeast, Unit B210, Unit B210

Sir Gallahad Apartment Homes

Bellevue 10
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Avalon Meydenbauer

10351 NE 10th St, Unit GO FL11-ID977

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Belcarra

10333 Main St, Unit SI FL3-ID833

Stokely

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Main Street Flats

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10333 Main St, Unit SI FL3-ID619

The Margot

111 108th Ave NE, Unit 411, Unit 411

Venn at Main

BellCentre

Avalon Bellevue

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Park 88

11000 NE 10th St, Unit SI FL2-ID465

Brio

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Park Metro

10595 Main St, Unit SI FL4-ID578

10555 Main St, Unit SI FL3-ID528

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1100 106th Ave NE

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Bellevue Vista

1085 103rd Ave NE

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Downtown Bellevue, Bellevue, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bellevue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bellevue Studio Apartments | $2,387 | $1,738 | $7,346 |
| Downtown Bellevue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,385 | $1,595 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Bellevue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,475 | $2,533 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Bellevue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,835 | $5,215 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bellevue Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bellevue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bellevue area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Le Chateau Apartments priced from $1,595. Excalibur Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,738. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bellevue apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Excalibur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,738 |
| The Baxter | Studio G | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Sir Gallahad Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,851 |
| Bellevue 10 | ARCH Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,955 |
| Avalon Meydenbauer | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Elements Apartments | Club 08`s | Studio,1BA | $2,022 |
| Belcarra | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $2,077 |
| Broadstone Savoie | Studio ARCH | Studio,1BA | $2,182 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bellevue, WA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bellevue area is the $2.73 price per square foot 22CF Model at Limestone Court in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Downtown Bellevue apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 12 Central Square starting at $2,533 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the North Bellevue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bellevue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limestone Court | 22CF | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| 12 Central Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Borgata Apartments | Elegante | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Brio | Two Bedroom B2X | 2BR,2BA | $3.86 |
| Courtyard Off Main | Newcastle | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Park Metro | B01 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.14 |
| TEN20 | Plan D (A1D) | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Ashton Bellevue | Plan C (A1C) | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Excalibur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bellevue Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Bellevue?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Bellevue is at Excalibur Apartment Homes listed at $1,738.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bellevue Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bellevue Apartment is $1,595 at Le Chateau Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Bellevue Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bellevue is starting from $2,533 at 12 Central Square.
What is the most affordable Downtown Bellevue Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Bellevue Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Meydenbauer and starts from $5,215.
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