Apartments for Rent in the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (2,128 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Ballard, Seattle, WA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ballard, Seattle, WA

Ranked #17

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Seattle. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Ballard is a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, and more.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the great outdoors is critically important. This section of town is a highly-rated section of town for its many parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential area has a reputation as one of the best upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs or cats? This area of Seattle has emerged as amongst the finest neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballard

How much are Studio apartments in Ballard?

There are currently 401 Studio Apartments in Ballard with rent ranges from $850 to $4,535 with an average price of $1,721.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Ballard Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Ballard ranges from $690 to $9,906 with an average monthly rent of $2,381.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballard cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ballard range from $1,600 to $9,123. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,234.

How expensive are Ballard Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 158 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ballard on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,050 to $8,170 - averaging $4,266 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Seattle, WA

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. My husband, two children, and I moved to West Seattle in 1995.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.