
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Mercer Island Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Mercer Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Mercer Island Studio Apartments | $2,093 | $1,627 | $2,890 |
| Outer Mercer Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $1,940 | $2,937 |
| Outer Mercer Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,944 | $2,463 | $3,820 |
| Outer Mercer Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $3,335 | $3,525 |
| Outer Mercer Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,253 | $4,253 | $4,253 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Mercer Island Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA.
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Cheapest Available Outer Mercer Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Mercer Island area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westwinds Apartments priced from $1,465. Island Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,823. Here are the most affordable Outer Mercer Island apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Island Square | E1E | Studio,1BA | $1,823 |
| Shorewood | Whidbey-Restored | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| 77 Central | The Hendrix | Studio,1BA | $2,062 |
| The Hadley | A | Studio,1BA | $2,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Mercer Island, WA
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Mercer Island area is the $3.08 price per square foot Penthouse Model at Shorewood in the in the Fortuna neighborhood starting from $4,253. The second greatest value Outer Mercer Island apartment is the 3224 80th Ave SE Model at 3224 80th Ave SE, Unit 3 starting at $3,000 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Fortuna neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Mercer Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorewood | Penthouse | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| 3224 80th Ave SE, Unit 3 | 3224 80th Ave SE | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| The Mercer Apartment Homes | Islandcrest (East) | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Aviara | Jetty | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 77 Central | The Charles | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Mercer Tower | 2 Bed | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Hadley | A | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
| Island Square | E1FP | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter Mercer Island, Mercer Island, WA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer Mercer Island, Mercer Island, WA
Mercer Island High School
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Getting Around the Outer Mercer Island Neighborhood in Mercer Island, WA
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Outer Mercer Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Mercer Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Mercer Island is at Island Square listed at $1,823.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Mercer Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Mercer Island Apartment is $1,465 at Westwinds Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Mercer Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Mercer Island is starting from $2,477 at Shorewood.
What is the most affordable Outer Mercer Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer Mercer Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shorewood and starts from $3,335.
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