Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McGilvara Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA from $1,800 (11 Rentals)
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Island Square

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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 |
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McGilvara Studio Apartments | $2,357 | $1,815 | $2,911 |
McGilvara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,927 | $1,940 | $3,934 |
McGilvara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,907 | $2,449 | $8,806 |
McGilvara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $3,143 | $3,328 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the McGilvara Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA.
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Cheapest Available McGilvara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McGilvara area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at The Mercer Apartment Homes priced from $1,815. Island Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,910. Here are the most affordable McGilvara apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Mercer Apartment Homes | Roanoke | Studio,1BA | $1,815 |
Island Square | E1E | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
Aviara | Shoreline | Studio,1BA | $1,937 |
Shorewood | Whidbey-Restored | 1BR,1BA | $2,252 |
Soma Towers | Studio F | Studio,1BA | $2,316 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McGilvara, WA
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the McGilvara area is the $5.00 price per square foot 2x2 Panache B Model at Soma Towers in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $5,580. The second greatest value McGilvara apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at 888 Bellevue Apartments starting at $4,735 with a $4.53 price per square foot in the Central Houghton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McGilvara apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Soma Towers | 2x2 Panache B | 2BR,2BA | $5.00 |
888 Bellevue Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $4.53 |
Lux | One Bed One Bath G | 1BR,1BA | $4.78 |
Avalon Meydenbauer | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
CityLine | One Bedroom A1AD-1-CL1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Shorewood | Camano-Restored | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Island Square | E1C | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
Aviara | Shoreline | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
The Mercer Apartment Homes | Clise | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
Avalon Towers Bellevue | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $5.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcgilvara, Mercer Island, WA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in Mercer Island, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the McGilvara Neighborhood in Mercer Island, WA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McGilvara Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McGilvara?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McGilvara is at The Mercer Apartment Homes listed at $1,815.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McGilvara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McGilvara Apartment is $2,252 at Shorewood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McGilvara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McGilvara is starting from $2,732 at Shorewood.
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