Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kirkland, WA from $895 (127 Rentals)

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property at 14018 89th Ave NE
$950 - $1,200
1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1

14018 89th Ave NE

KirklandWA98034
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Vue Kirkland
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$1,786 - $2,238

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Vue Kirkland

11733 NE 131st PlKirkland, WA 98034
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property at 8308 128th Ave NE
$1,795

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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8308 128th Ave NE, Unit 3rd floor

8308 128th Ave NE
KirklandWA98033
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12616 NE 118th St, Unit Unit1
$1,990

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Base Rent$1,990

Total Monthly Price$1,990
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 13

12616 NE 118th St, Unit Unit1

12616 NE 118th StKirkland, WA 98034
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property at 201 2nd St S
$2,100

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201 2nd St S, Unit 105

201 2nd St S
KirklandWA98033
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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 9910 NE 137th St
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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9910 NE 137th St, Unit B207

9910 NE 137th St
KirklandWA98034
property at 12721 NE 129th Ct
$2,275

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Base Rent$2,275

Total Monthly Price$2,275
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
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12721 NE 129th Ct, Unit F

12721 NE 129th Ct
KirklandWA98034
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property at 11103 NE 124th Ln
$2,300

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11103 NE 124th Ln, Unit E118

11103 NE 124th Ln
KirklandWA98034
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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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Slater 116
1 Bedroom Apartments

Slater 116

12345 NE 115TH PlKirkland, WA 98033
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Ascent
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent

12062 Slater Ave NEKirkland, 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 Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior Community in the North Rose Hill neighborhood priced from $999. Plaza Apartments in the North Rose Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$999
Plaza Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,025
Athene Senior Housing1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,225
Arete Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,250
Modera Bridle TrailsZA02 - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,525
Le Chateau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Terrapin ApartmentsStudio 80% Amazon - StandardStudio,1BA$1,600
Corbella at Juanita BayPlan SAStudio,1BA$1,677
Inglenook CourtPlan 2A2BR,1BA$1,749
Bell Totem LakeS1BStudio,1BA$1,765

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkland, WA

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkland area is the $2.40 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 12 Central Square in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $3,003. The second greatest value Kirkland apartment is the Forbes Lake Model at Hubbard's Crossing starting at $2,780 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the North Rose Hill 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.
12 Central SquareTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.40
Hubbard's CrossingForbes Lake2BR,2.5BA$2.31
AscentThe Kilimanjaro3BR,2BA$2.41
Stonehedge VillagePlan 2C2BR,2BA$2.13
The SummitThe Newcastle2BR,1.5BA$2.28
Polaris at Totem Lake2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.24
Bennett Properties Inc. DBA Villa Bonita2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.37
Bayshore Vista Apartments1 Bed - #11BR,1BA$2.47
Le Chateau Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08
Evergreen HeightsPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2.45

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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 Ardea Senior - 62+ Senior Community listed at $999.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkland Apartment is $1,225 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 Trailwood Apartment Homes and starts from $2,425.

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