
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Ballinger Neighborhood of Mountlake Terrace, WA from $1,200 (34 Rentals)
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19925 Wallingford Ave N

1803 N 200th St
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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

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 | $1,727 | $1,425 | $1,957 |
| Lake Ballinger 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,275 | $2,750 |
| Lake Ballinger 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $1,699 | $3,195 |
| Lake Ballinger 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $2,084 | $7,452 |
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 |
| Hazel Apartments | Plumeria | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| 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 |
| Terrace Station Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath - West Apt A | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Traxx Apartments | Open 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
| 19837 25th Ave NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9622A | 2BR,2BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Ballinger, WA
As of June 26, 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 T9622A Model at QUINN BY VINTAGE starting at $1,699 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the East Terrace 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 |
| QUINN BY VINTAGE | T9622A | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Traxx Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 19837 25th Ave NE | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Sunset Villa | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Park Edmonds Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Park Ballinger | 2X1 APARTMENT | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 205 Apartments | 1x1 Chestnut | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Sunrise 11 | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 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 $1,699.
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 3 regular apartments in Lake Ballinger that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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