
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the McGilvara Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA from $1,250 (2 Rentals)

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McGilvara, Mercer Island, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McGilvara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGilvara Studio Apartments | $2,121 | $1,050 | $4,542 |
| McGilvara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,680 | $950 | $8,900 |
McGilvara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,743 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| McGilvara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,610 | $2,775 | $10,000+ |
| McGilvara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,976 | $4,477 | $9,475 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McGilvara Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McGilvara?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McGilvara is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McGilvara?
The cheapest apartment in McGilvara is Courtland Place which is listed at $1,110, while the average apartment in McGilvara costs $6,969.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McGilvara?
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 47 regular apartments in McGilvara that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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