
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mountlake Terrace, WA from $1,100 (124 Rentals)
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5003 240th Pl SW

Terrace Heights

Atlas 236

Terrace Station Apartments

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Quartz Creek

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Aspire Apartments at Mountlake Terrace

Traxx Apartments

5024 212th St SW

Northern Lights
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Arbor Village

23335 Cedar Way, Unit B102, Unit B102

Delta Estates

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Andorra

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Silver Oak

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The Blakely at Echo Lake

19925 Wallingford Ave N
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Heather Ridge

Octavia

Alderwood Court Senior Affordable Apartments

1803 N 200th St

1803 N 200th St

8029 240th St SW

1803 N 200th St

8029 240th St SW

1803 N 200th St

8029 240th St SW
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19925 Wallingford Ave N

8029 240th St SW

Arabella Apartment Homes

Reserve at Lynnwood 55+ Affordable Living

QUINN BY VINTAGE

Twin Firs Condominiums

19925 Wallingford Ave N

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ION Town Center

Echo Lake Apartment Homes

Postmark Apartments
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The Encore

Timber Lane Apartments

Arabella Apartment Homes II

Beaver Creek

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3332 Larch Way, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

City Center at Lynnwood

Kinect @ Lynnwood

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Mountlake Terrace, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountlake Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Mountlake Terrace Studio Apartments | $1,764 | $1,325 | $2,761 |
| Cheap Mountlake Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $1,199 | $4,883 |
| Cheap Mountlake Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,275 | $5,300 |
| Cheap Mountlake Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $1,987 | $8,798 |
| Cheap Mountlake Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,570 | $2,150 | $9,509 |
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Cheapest Available Mountlake Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountlake Terrace, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Blakely at Echo Lake in the North Terrace neighborhood priced from $1,199. 192 Shoreline in the Lake Ballinger neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,270. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountlake Terrace apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blakely at Echo Lake | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 192 Shoreline | Blocker | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| Octavia | VV-One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Alderwood Court Senior Affordable Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Two 10 by Vintage | 0BD, 1BTH CM | Studio,1BA | $1,333 |
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 Afforable | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Reserve at Lynnwood 55+ Affordable Living | Studio 1 Bath S2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Compass Apartments | The Waldron, The Decatur and The Sucia | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Terrace Heights | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Koz on Alderwood Mall Blvd | Type E | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountlake Terrace, WA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountlake Terrace area is the $2.09 price per square foot Three Bedroom and Two and Half Bath Model at Edgewood North in the in the Seattle Heights neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Mountlake Terrace apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Hillside Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Meadowdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountlake Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood North | Three Bedroom and Two and Half Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.09 |
| Hillside Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 752 N 195th St, Unit Carriage House | 752 N 195th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Beaver Creek | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| FAIRWAY EDMONDS | One Bedroom and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Timber Grove Apartments in Lynnwood, WA | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Lakeside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 Afforable | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9611A | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Alderwood Court Senior Affordable Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountlake Terrace Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mountlake Terrace?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mountlake Terrace is at 192 Shoreline listed at $1,270.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountlake Terrace Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountlake Terrace Apartment is $1,199 at The Blakely at Echo Lake.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountlake Terrace Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountlake Terrace is starting from $1,299 at Alderwood Court Senior Affordable Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mountlake Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mountlake Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at QUINN BY VINTAGE and starts from $1,899.
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