Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kirkland, WA from $700 (155 Rentals)

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Vue Kirkland
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$1,662 - $2,293
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Vue Kirkland

11733 NE 131st PlKirkland, WA 98034
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property at 12528 NE 117th Pl

$1,850

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E5

12528 NE 117th Pl
KirklandWA98034

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Villaggio on Yarrow Bay
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$2,157 - $5,397
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Villaggio on Yarrow Bay

4311 Lake Washington Blvd NEKirkland, WA 98033
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property at 916 3rd Ave

$2,250

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916 3rd Ave, Unit A-203

916 3rd Ave
KirklandWA98033

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Boardwalk
$2,250 - $5,695
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Boardwalk

434 Kirkland WayKirkland, WA 98033
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Voda
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$2,287 - $3,182
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Voda

207 Park LnKirkland, WA 98033
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property at 8240 126th Ave NE

$2,399

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A302

8240 126th Ave NE
KirklandWA98033
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Grata at Totem Lake
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Grata at Totem Lake

12410 NE Totem Lake WayKirkland, WA 98034
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Village Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Plaza

11825 100th Ave NEKirkland, WA 98034
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Waverly Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly Court

237 7th Ave WKirkland, WA 98033
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Asbury Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Asbury Park

12821 126th Way NEKirkland, WA 98034

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1212 Market St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1212 Market St

1212 Market StKirkland, WA 98033
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Ascent
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent

12062 Slater Ave NEKirkland, WA 98034
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Ridgewood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgewood Village

12504-12529 NE 117th PlKirkland, WA 98034
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KINGSGATE MEADOWS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

KINGSGATE MEADOWS

12423 NE 143rd StKirkland, WA 98034

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Cheapest Available Kirkland Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkland, WA is a Studio unit found at Arete Apartments in the North Rose Hill neighborhood priced from $899. Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior Community in the North Rose Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arete Apartments0BR/0.5BAStudio,$899
Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$999
Plaza Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Athene Senior Housing1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom 40%1BR,1BA$1,114
Modera Bridle TrailsZA03 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,525
Asbury ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,589
Le Chateau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
The Knoll RedmondAffirmedStudio,1BA$1,693
Waterscape at Juanita VillageJuanitaStudio,1BA$1,695
Corbella at Juanita BayPlan SAStudio,1BA$1,707

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkland, WA

As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkland area is the $1.40 price per square foot Kirkland House Model at Hi-Lan Apartments in the in the Central Houghton neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Kirkland apartment is the Plan 2D Townhome Model at Stonehedge Village starting at $3,097 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Totem Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hi-Lan ApartmentsKirkland House4BR,2.5BA$1.40
Stonehedge VillagePlan 2D Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.32
12 Central SquareTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.43
Hubbard's CrossingForbes Creek2BR,2.5BA$2.32
The SummitThe Cascade2BR,2BA$2.29
Evergreen HeightsPlan 2A2BR,1BA$2.45
Willina Ranch ApartmentsSanta Fe1BR,1BA$2.42
Le Chateau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Athene Senior Housing1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom 60%1BR,1BA$2.29
Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior CommunityStudioStudio ,1BA$2.52

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Kirkland Overview

Located just east of Seattle, Kirkland is a welcoming community in the great state of Washington, brimming with possibility and ameniable to a wide array of lifestyles. Original home of the Seattle Seahawks, this arts-centric city offers waterfront views and plenty of exciting nightlife, not to mention easy access to the job market of 'the birthplace of Grunge'. 

Why live in Kirkland, WA?

From scenic waterway views to a world of art galleries and eateries, life in a Kirkland apartment is a fantasitc way to connect with the great state of Washington. Bicycle and hiking paths abound, local universities consistently make the grade, and with numerous Kirkland rentals offering easy access to the hub of Seattle, this thriving city makes an ecellent commuter's paradise.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirkland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kirkland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kirkland is at Arete Apartments listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkland Apartment is $1,114 at Athene Senior Housing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kirkland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkland is starting from $1,685 at Athene Senior Housing.

What is the most affordable Kirkland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kirkland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Polaris at Totem Lake and starts from $2,465.

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