
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tam O' Shanter Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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2112 164th Ave NE

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Central Park East

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Kendall Ridge

Colonial Square

Piedmont

16057 NE 6th St

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Hyde Square
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16225 NE 12th Ct

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15566 NE 22 Pl, Unit SI FL8-ID617

Landmark

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Bellepark East

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Wellington Square

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Parkside Esterra Park

Avalon Esterra Park

AVA Esterra Park

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Verde Esterra Park

Nightingale

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2690 152nd Ave NE, Unit SI FL7-ID507

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2690 152nd Ave NE, Unit SI FL2-ID897

Modera Overlake
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Tam O' Shanter, Bellevue, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tam O' Shanter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tam O' Shanter Studio Apartments | $1,978 | $1,311 | $3,000 |
| Tam O' Shanter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $1,620 | $5,282 |
| Tam O' Shanter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,364 | $2,035 | $8,115 |
| Tam O' Shanter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $2,565 | $3,299 |
| Tam O' Shanter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,407 | $8,407 | $8,407 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Tam O' Shanter Neighborhood of Bellevue, WA.
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Cheapest Available Tam O' Shanter Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tam O' Shanter area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Central Park East priced from $1,311. Capella at Esterra Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here are the most affordable Tam O' Shanter apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Park East | Standard Rockefeller | Studio,1BA | $1,311 |
| Capella at Esterra Park | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
| Colonial Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| Piedmont | Anise | Studio,1BA | $1,697 |
| Parkside Esterra Park | S1 - ARCH | Studio,1BA | $1,806 |
| Bell Overlake | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| AVA Esterra Park | SM04 | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Madison Bellevue Apartments | The Kelsey | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Hyde Square | A3 | Studio,1BA | $2,141 |
| Verde Esterra Park | O.01.4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tam O' Shanter, WA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tam O' Shanter area is the $2.48 price per square foot 2x2 W/D Model at Champagne at Bellevue in the in the Sammamish neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Tam O' Shanter apartment is the The Kelsey Model at Madison Bellevue Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Sammamish neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tam O' Shanter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champagne at Bellevue | 2x2 W/D | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Madison Bellevue Apartments | The Kelsey | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Nightingale | 1x1-12 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Parkside Esterra Park | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Hyde Square | Affordable ST | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| Colonial Square | 1 Bedroom LG | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Verde Esterra Park | O.09.1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
| Capella at Esterra Park | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.27 |
| Piedmont | Anise | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
| Bell Overlake | S1A | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tam O' Shanter Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tam O' Shanter?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tam O' Shanter is under $2,142.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tam O' Shanter?
The cheapest apartment in Tam O' Shanter is Colonial Square which is listed at $1,660, while the average apartment in Tam O' Shanter costs $8,407.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tam O' Shanter?
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 6 regular apartments in Tam O' Shanter that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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