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721 W Florentia Pl, Unit Unit 2
721 W Florentia Pl
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4322 7th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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714 N 95th StSeattle, WA 98103
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918 N 103rd StSeattle, WA 98133
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A&T Investments
4225 7th AveSeattle, WA 98105
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Wallingford Studios
4516 Meridian Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Rise on 67th
829 NE 67th StSeattle, WA 98115
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Odessa Apartments
3120 Harvard Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
756 N 103rd St
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3618 2nd Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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Ballard on the Park
2233 NW 58th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Cubix Crown Hill
8541 15th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98117
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8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1, Unit Room 1
8801 Aurora Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
1901 N 80th St
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Cubix Northgate
1307 N Northgate WaySeattle, WA 98133
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Lime Studios
3639 Linden Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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4312 8th Ave NE
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Contemporary Studios in Desirable Ballard Neighborhood!
1443 NW 63rd StSeattle, WA 98107
6556 Cleopatra Pl NW
SeattleWA98117
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Kale Studios
6400 8th Ave NESeattle, WA 98115
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Slate Apartments
3040 17th Ave WSeattle, WA 98119
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5512 17th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
1031 NW 65th St
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Anker Ballard
5405 11th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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4046 8th Ave NE
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Bode 88
8558 Nesbit Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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4039 8th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Bespoke Ballard Apartments
1506 NW 61st StSeattle, WA 98107
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Copperleaf Northgate
201 NE 103rd StSeattle, WA 98125
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The Grove Ballard
6301 15th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98107
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Nook Studios
3635 Phinney Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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4230 NE 8th Ave
4230 NE 8th AveSeattle, WA 98105
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Carrick
1140 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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Canopy
6820 Oswego Pl NESeattle, WA 98115
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Radian Apartments
4215-4221 9th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
3226 15th Ave W
SeattleWA98119
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Lanterman Apartments
609 W Nickerson StSeattle, WA 98119
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Lock Vista
3025 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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Normandy
4040 8th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Tavin
8511 15th Ave NWSeattle, WA 98117
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Nordic Tower
1446 NW 53rd StSeattle, WA 98107
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4235 27th Ave W, Unit SI FL2-ID901
4235 27th Ave WSeattle, WA 98199
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10734 Stone Ave N, Unit #B01, Unit #B01
10734 Stone Ave NSeattle, WA 98133
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Owl Northgate
11201 Roosevelt Way NESeattle, WA 98125
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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 | $1,481 | $860 | $3,064 |
| Ballard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,174 | $950 | $9,062 |
| Ballard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $1,100 | $8,995 |
| Ballard 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Ballard 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,435 | $3,295 | $6,691 |
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There are currently 315 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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Cheapest Available Ballard Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballard area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Alcove Ballard Apartments priced from $725. Apex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Ballard apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcove Ballard Apartments | Studio MFTE | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Apex | 6x2 R | 6BR,2BA | $799 |
| Campus View I | CV2 3x1.5 w/ balcony/patio | 3BR,1BA | $825 |
| Discover Horizon Phinney! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| 5902 Ballard | Micro 5 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Cubix 95 | SECU | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Cubix 103 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Cubix North Park | SEDU | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Freya Apartments - Private Studios + Social Connection | Cozy Studio | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Horizon Greenwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballard, WA
As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ballard area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR Model at 2024 NW 59th St in the in the Queen Anne neighborhood starting from $1,945. The second greatest value Ballard apartment is the 8801 Aurora Ave N Model at 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 starting at $950 with a $0.53 price per square foot in the North College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2024 NW 59th St | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 | 8801 Aurora Ave N | 5BR,3BA | $0.53 |
| 915 NW 56th St, Unit Triplex | 915 NW 56th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 936 N 85th St | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| The Franciscan | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Oak View Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
| 4222 Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Urban Convenience with Neighborhood Charm! | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Jefferson Court | 2BDRM | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| North Court Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballard Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ballard?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ballard is under $870.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ballard?
The cheapest apartment in Ballard is The Enclave which is listed at $1,308, while the average apartment in Ballard costs $4,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ballard?
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 129 regular apartments in Ballard 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 Ballard?
Cheap apartments in Ballard have an average cost of $551 which is $4,349 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ballard.
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