
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Main Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA from $900 (40 Rentals)
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East Main, Bellevue, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Main?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Main Studio Apartments | $2,385 | $1,725 | $8,066 |
| East Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,275 | $8,900 |
| East Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,177 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| East Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,077 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| East Main 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,476 | $9,476 | $9,476 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Main Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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Cheapest Available East Main Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Main area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Le Chateau Apartments priced from $1,595. The Baxter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable East Main apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Baxter | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Excalibur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,774 |
| Commodore | 1x1, Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Pacific Inn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| BellCentre | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
| Sparc Apartments | Studio Building B & D | Studio,1BA | $2,013 |
| Ellington at Bellevue | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2,109 |
| Venn at Main | S.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,120 |
| Nuovo Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,156 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Main, WA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Main area is the $2.74 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Park Plaza Apartments in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value East Main apartment is the Sycamore Model at Park Highland starting at $3,499 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Wilburton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Main apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Park Highland | Sycamore | 3BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 12 Central Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Park 433 | 2X1R | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Park Bellevue | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Park Metro | Urban 2 x 1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Le Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Courtyard Off Main | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Ellington at Bellevue | Plan 1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Commodore | 1x1, Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Washington including East Main, Bellevue, and the greater Seattle area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Main Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Main?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Main is under $2,156.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Main?
The cheapest apartment in East Main is Le Chateau Apartments which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in East Main costs $2,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Main?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in East Main that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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