
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Terrace Neighborhood of Mountlake Terrace, WA from $1,100 (32 Rentals)
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East Terrace, Mountlake Terrace, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Terrace Studio Apartments | $1,749 | $1,150 | $4,600 |
| East Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $1,325 | $5,600 |
| East Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,381 | $1,550 | $6,500 |
| East Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $1,899 | $10,000+ |
| East Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,091 | $2,209 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Terrace area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise 11 priced from $1,350. QUINN BY VINTAGE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,406. Here are the most affordable East Terrace apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 Afforable | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9611A | 1BR,1BA | $1,406 |
| Koz on Alderwood Mall Blvd | Type E | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Whispering Cedars | One Bedroom (Shared Laundry) | 1BR,1BA | $1,483 |
| Beaver Creek | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Encore | 1x1 (650 sq ft) | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| Lakeside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,555 |
| Andorra | Villa Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
| Park 212 Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Terrace, WA
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Terrace area is the $1.92 price per square foot Bluebell Model at Scriber Creek Apartments in the in the East Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Terrace apartment is the B2 Renovated Model at Nickel Creek starting at $2,048 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the East Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scriber Creek Apartments | Bluebell | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Nickel Creek | B2 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| COLLINS JUNCTION | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Beaver Creek | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Lakeside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Andorra | Villa Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Terrace Heights | 1x1 w/Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 Afforable | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9611A | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Terrace Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Terrace?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Terrace is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Terrace?
The cheapest apartment in East Terrace is Sunrise 11 which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in East Terrace costs $2,465.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Terrace?
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 56 regular apartments in East Terrace that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Terrace?
Cheap apartments in East Terrace have an average cost of $827 which is $1,638 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Terrace.
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