
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA from $1,300 (15 Rentals)
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Summit, Bellevue, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Studio Apartments | $1,622 | $1,495 | $2,025 |
| Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,682 | $3,480 |
| Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $2,299 | $4,375 |
| Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,535 | $2,464 | $4,970 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Summit Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summit area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Polaris at Eastgate priced from $1,374. Bellevue Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Summit apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polaris at Eastgate | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Bellevue Ridge | Studio (8) | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Tanager Crest Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, WA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.69 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Castle Creek in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $2,557. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the Reno 862 sq ft 2x1 Model at Overlook at Lakemont starting at $2,745 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Westwood Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Creek | Plan 2B | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Overlook at Lakemont | Reno 862 sq ft 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Timberlake Park Apartments | Spray | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Newport Crossing | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Avalon Newcastle Commons | A22-657-672 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Karbon | 11tz | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Tanager Crest Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Tria | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Polaris at Eastgate | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
| Bellevue Ridge | Studio (4) | Studio ,1BA | $7.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Summit?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Summit is under $2,557.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Summit?
The cheapest apartment in Summit is Polaris at Eastgate which is listed at $1,682, while the average apartment in Summit costs $3,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Summit?
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 12 regular apartments in Summit that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Summit?
Cheap apartments in Summit have an average cost of $268 which is $3,127 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Summit.
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