
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Houghton Neighborhood of Kirkland, WA from $900 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Houghton area of Kirkland.


Woodlands at Forbes Lake Senior Affordable Apartments

Kirkland Crossing

Westview Apartments

435 3rd St

128 on State

Boardwalk
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Waverly Court

Park Place Terrace

1212 Market St

11208 NE 68th St

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Sunset Shores Apartments
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Tera Apartments

375 Kirkland Ave

324 6th Ave S

Bridle Trails

325 5th Ave S
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30 Bellevue

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The Regent at Bellevue Way Apartments

Vicino

12628 Northup Way

Cedar Terrace
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10819 NE 37th Pl
Central Houghton, Kirkland, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Houghton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Houghton Studio Apartments | $1,643 | $950 | $3,100 |
| Central Houghton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $1,316 | $4,585 |
| Central Houghton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,616 | $1,575 | $9,975 |
| Central Houghton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,492 | $4,295 | $7,280 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Houghton Neighborhood of Kirkland, WA.
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Cheapest Available Central Houghton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Houghton area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Arete Apartments priced from $950. Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Central Houghton apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arete Apartments | 0BR/0.5BA | Studio, | $950 |
| Plaza Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| 30 Bellevue | 1 Bed, 1 Bath 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,683 |
| 1212 Market St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Kirkland Crossing | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,830 |
| Cedar Terrace | Rhododendron | 1BR,1BA | $1,869 |
| Westview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Bellevue One Condo Apartments | 1X1-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Regent at Bellevue Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,041 |
| Bridle Trails | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,117 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Houghton, WA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Houghton area is the $2.31 price per square foot 6479 137th Avenue Northeast Model at 6479 137th Avenue Northeast, Unit 380 in the in the North Rose Hill neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Central Houghton apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Watermark Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the North Rose Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Houghton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6479 137th Avenue Northeast, Unit 380 | 6479 137th Avenue Northeast | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| The Watermark Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| The Regent at Bellevue Way Apartments | 2 bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
| 6007 Lakeview Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 1/2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| Monterey at Lake View Drive | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Cedar Terrace | Rhododendron | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 714 1st St S, Unit A - One Bedroom | 714 1st St S | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 1212 Market St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Westview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Best Local Schools in Central Houghton, Kirkland, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Houghton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Houghton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Houghton is under $2,117.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Houghton?
The cheapest apartment in Central Houghton is 30 Bellevue which is listed at $1,683, while the average apartment in Central Houghton costs $7,198.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Houghton?
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 1 regular apartments in Central Houghton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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