
Apartments for Rent in the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle, WA (2,268 Rentals)


The Ballard Independent

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Owl Northgate

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Copperleaf Northgate

Lightbox

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Tavin

The Hemlock

Eclipse Fremont Apartments

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608 W Emerson St

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AMLI Wallingford

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Thornton Place

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Luxe at Meridian

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Waymark

Nordic Tower

Modera Northgate

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The Morrow

The Hayes on Stone Way

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Ballard on the Park

Towers on Greenwood

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AMLI Mark24

Vitality on 17th

Verve Flats
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Cubix 95

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Bowman

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Carkeek Park Place
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Campus View I

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LEVA on Market

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7th Ave Place

Oak View Apartments

Nook Studios

Bogtown Flats

Hamlin Place

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Epicenter

The Courtyard
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Ballard, Seattle, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ballard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballard Studio Apartments | $1,549 | $900 | $3,033 |
| Ballard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $825 | $6,046 |
| Ballard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $1,300 | $8,995 |
| Ballard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,982 | $900 | $8,222 |
| Ballard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $3,495 | $4,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBallard, Seattle, WA
Ranked #17
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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 1,152 Studio Apartments in Ballard with rent ranges from $900 to $3,033 with an average price of $1,549.
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 $825 to $6,046 with an average monthly rent of $2,368.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballard cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ballard range from $1,300 to $8,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,315.
How expensive are Ballard Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 217 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ballard on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $8,222 - averaging $3,982 for the location.
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