
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Mercer Island, WA (106 Rentals)


Island Square

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Shorewood

Lunara

2760 76th Ave SE

2949 76th Ave SE

6106 SE 28th St

The Islander

Ridgewood Apartments

2500 81st Ave SE
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Mercer Tower

The Hadley

Aviara

77 Central

Mercer Manor

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Park 88

Heights at Meydenbauer

Polaris at Rainier Beach

425 Apartments

Lake Washington Apartments

Tenzen Apartments

Venn at Main

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Commodore

Park 433
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5915 S Cooper St, Unit Master BR BA

9030 Seward Park Ave S, Unit 411

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10333 Main St, Unit SI ID4845A

9750 Rainier Ave S, Unit B

8316 49th Ave S

321 Bellevue Way SE

9500 Rainier Ave S

Forum Plaza

Astoria Condos

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Nautica Apartments

Bauer Crest Apartments

Upland View Apartments

11707 Rainier Ave S

9900 SE Shoreland Dr

1750 Lake Washington Blvd N

Newport On The Park

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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 | $2,287 | $1,099 | $4,437 |
Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,195 | $6,541 |
| Mercer Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,532 | $1,480 | $9,685 |
| Mercer Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,655 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Mercer Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,148 | $4,148 | $4,148 |
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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 77 Central in the Fortuna neighborhood and is 1,222 square feet priced from $3,809. Admirals Apartments in the Brighton neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Mercer Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Central | The Charles | 1,222 Sq Ft | $3,809 |
| Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 875 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Park 433 | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Lunara | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A8 | 845 Sq Ft | $3,248 |
| The Margot | 1.13 | 837 Sq Ft | $4,291 |
| Venn at Main | 1.4 | 823 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
| Commodore | 1x1 D | 810 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| AMLI Bellevue Park | A3 | 798 Sq Ft | $2,912 |
| Park 88 | 1 Bd/1 Bth | 759 Sq Ft | $3,075 |
| Lake Washington Apartments | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $1,702 |
Cheapest Available Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 31, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Mercer Island, WA is the Open 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI Model starting from $1,325 at Flourish on Rainier in the Dunlap neighborhood. The second most affordable Mercer Island 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Admirals Apartments starting at $1,395 in the Brighton neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Mercer Island is currently $2,595. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Mercer Island:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Flourish on Rainier | Open 1 Bedroom 50 Percent AMI | $1,325 |
| Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,395 |
| Lake Washington Apartments | 1x1 | $1,702 |
| 425 Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,749 |
| Emerald Ridge | Plan 1A | $1,769 |
| Commodore | 1x1, Small | $1,795 |
| Park 433 | One Bedroom | $1,850 |
| 2000 Lake Washington Apartments | One Bed One Bath | $1,942 |
| Shorewood | Vashon-Restored | $2,007 |
| Nuovo Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $2,156 |
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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 Flourish on Rainier listed at $1,325.
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 $2,595.
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 1,222 square feet unit starting from $3,809 at 77 Central.
What is the average size for Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Mercer Island is currently 1,400 sq ft.
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