
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kirkland Neighborhood of Kirkland, WA from $800 (54 Rentals)
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Boardwalk

128 on State

Parque Kirkland Apartments

Plaza Apartments

Westwater

The Boulevard Bldg

Kirkland Central Condominiums
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West Water Apartments

Residences at 518

619 9th Ave S

1212 Market St

Kirkland Shores

Kirklandaire (0005) Condominium

Arbors At Park Place

1617 1st St

214 4th Ave

Waverly Crest
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Mira

Tiara de Lago

520 6th Ave

8031 000118th Ave Ne

6725 112th Ave NE

Galleria Condominiums

331 7th Ave S

Waters Edge
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240 5th Ave

Creekside Place

Moss Bay II Apartments

The Laing Ayre

Waverly Court

Park Place Terrace

Highlander East Apartments

Sunset Shores Apartments

Kirkland Plaza Apartments

Tera Apartments
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Westview Apartments

324 6th Ave S

Highland Park West Apartments

6218 Lakeview Dr

Creekside A

Timber Ridge Apartments

Benchmark Townhomes

Highland Park Apartments

Houghton Court

Monterey at Lake View Drive
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Downtown Kirkland, Kirkland, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Kirkland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Kirkland Studio Apartments | $1,557 | $899 | $3,430 |
| Downtown Kirkland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,875 | $2,195 | $3,430 |
| Downtown Kirkland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,910 | $4,045 | $5,795 |
| Downtown Kirkland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,997 | $9,997 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Kirkland Neighborhood of Kirkland, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Kirkland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kirkland area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Arete Apartments priced from $899. Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kirkland apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arete Apartments | 0BR/0.5BA | Studio, | $899 |
| Plaza Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Westview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Woodlands at Forbes Lake Senior Affordable Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,138 |
| Boardwalk | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Westwater | Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| Washington Shores | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| 128 on State | Plan 1K | 1BR,1BA | $2,751 |
| Houghton Court | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Voda | One Bedroom Den 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,112 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kirkland, WA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kirkland area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Park Ridge in the in the North Rose Hill neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Downtown Kirkland apartment is the TH2 Model at Uptown at Kirkland Urban starting at $3,272 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the North Rose Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kirkland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Ridge | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Uptown at Kirkland Urban | TH2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.22 |
| Houghton Court | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.05 |
| Voda | One Bedroom Den 1.6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| Westwater | Studio + Den | Studio ,1BA | $2.97 |
| 128 on State | Plan 1K | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Washington Shores | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Woodlands at Forbes Lake Senior Affordable Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Westview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Plaza Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Kirkland, Kirkland, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kirkland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Kirkland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Kirkland is at Arete Apartments listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kirkland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kirkland Apartment is $1,995 at Westview Apartments.
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