
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Ballinger Neighborhood of Mountlake Terrace, WA from $1,200 (34 Rentals)
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1803 N 200th St

19925 Wallingford Ave N
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19925 Wallingford Ave N

19925 Wallingford Ave N

Sunrise 11

1803 N 200th St

1803 N 200th St

8029 240th St SW

1803 N 200th St

1803 N 200th St
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8029 240th St SW

8029 240th St SW

8029 240th St SW

8029 240th St SW

19925 Wallingford Ave N

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19925 Wallingford Ave N
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19837 25th Ave NE

19837 25th Ave NE
Lake Ballinger, Mountlake Terrace, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Ballinger?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ballinger Studio Apartments | $1,728 | $1,425 | $1,957 |
| Lake Ballinger 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,275 | $2,750 |
| Lake Ballinger 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $1,795 | $3,195 |
| Lake Ballinger 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $2,084 | $7,442 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lake Ballinger Neighborhood of Mountlake Terrace, WA.
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Cheapest Available Lake Ballinger Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Ballinger area of Seattle, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise 11 priced from $1,275. Pacific Park Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Lake Ballinger apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 Afforable | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Pacific Park Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9611B | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Hazel Apartments | Plumeria | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Park Edmonds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Ballinger | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Atlas 236 | Studio 0.3 | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Andorra | Villa Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,622 |
| Terrace Station Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath - West Apt A | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Traxx Apartments | Open 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Ballinger, WA
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Ballinger area is the $1.73 price per square foot Cordoba Model at Andorra in the in the East Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,734. The second greatest value Lake Ballinger apartment is the 7911 236th St SW Model at 7911 236th St SW, Unit Apt B starting at $1,795 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Edmonds neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Ballinger apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andorra | Cordoba | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 7911 236th St SW, Unit Apt B | 7911 236th St SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Sunset Villa | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 19837 25th Ave NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9611B | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 205 Apartments | 1x1 Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Park Edmonds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Pacific Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| The Ballinger | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Ballinger Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Ballinger?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Ballinger is under $1,690.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Ballinger?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Ballinger is Sunrise 11 which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in Lake Ballinger costs $2,281.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Ballinger?
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 7 regular apartments in Lake Ballinger 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 Lake Ballinger?
Cheap apartments in Lake Ballinger have an average cost of $1,078 which is $1,203 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Ballinger.
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