
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mercer Island, WA (95 Rentals)


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6814 Rainier Ave S

11416 Rainier Ave S

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Mercer Island, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mercer Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Island Studio Apartments | $1,926 | $1,099 | $4,163 |
Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $1,199 | $6,109 |
| Mercer Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,383 | $1,154 | $9,685 |
| Mercer Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,185 | $2,331 | $10,000+ |
| Mercer Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $31,756 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mercer Island, WA is found at Venn at Main in the North Bellevue neighborhood and is 1,076 square feet priced from $3,337. 77 Central in the Fortuna neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $2,362. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Mercer Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venn at Main | TH.9 | 1,076 Sq Ft | $3,337 |
| 77 Central | The Henry | 900 Sq Ft | $2,362 |
| Aviara | Jetty Loft | 895 Sq Ft | $2,879 |
| Island Square | A1D | 887 Sq Ft | $2,349 |
| The Mercer Apartment Homes | Burbank (West) | 870 Sq Ft | $2,620 |
| Courtyard Off Main | Robinswood I w/Den | 844 Sq Ft | $2,427 |
| The Margot | 1D.1 | 823 Sq Ft | $3,425 |
| Commodore | 1x1 A | 810 Sq Ft | $1,745 |
| Park 88 | 1 Bd/1 Bth + Den | 757 Sq Ft | $3,349 |
| Lake Washington Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $1,702 |
Cheapest Available Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mercer Island, WA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $650 at Eden Apartments in the Dunlap neighborhood. The second most affordable Mercer Island 1 Bedroom is the A3 Model at Polaris at Rainier Beach starting at $1,199 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Mercer Island is currently $2,393. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Mercer Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $650 |
| Polaris at Rainier Beach | A3 | $1,199 |
| Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,295 |
| Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| Flourish on Rainier | Open 1 Bedroom 60 Percent AMI | $1,501 |
| Via Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,605 |
| 425 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,650 |
| Parc 3 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,699 |
| Lake Washington Apartments | 1x1 | $1,702 |
| Nuovo Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $1,707 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Mercer Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Mercer Island with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Mercer Island is at Eden Apartments listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Mercer Island Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Mercer Island is $2,393.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Mercer Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Mercer Island is a 1,076 square feet unit starting from $3,337 at Venn at Main.
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