Apartments for Rent in the Ballard Neighborhood of Seattle, WA Under $1,200 (66 Rentals)

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Slate Apartments
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$1,073 - $3,129
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$1,021 - $3,077
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Slate Apartments

3040 17th Ave WSeattle, WA 98119
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4703 9th Ave NE
6 Bedroom Apartments

4703 9th Ave NE

4703 9th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Whitman Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whitman Apartments

1001 N 109th StSeattle, WA 98133
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Wallingford Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wallingford Terrace

4710 Aurora Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Stowell Seattle
Studio Apartments

Stowell Seattle

949 N 80th StSeattle, WA 98103
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7th Ave Place
Studio Apartments

7th Ave Place

4229 7th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Phinney Flats
Studio Apartments

Phinney Flats

6726 Greenwood Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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Ballard 57
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Ballard 57

1731 NW 57th StSeattle, WA 98107

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Carrick
Studio Apartments

Carrick

1140 NW Market StSeattle, WA 98107
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Gilman Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gilman Court

1116 NW 54th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Howard Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Howard Apartments

1521-1531 NW 51st StSeattle, WA 98107
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Midtown Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Midtown Flats

8820 Aurora Ave NSeattle, WA 98103
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1240 Wallingford
Studio Apartments

1240 Wallingford

1240 N Midvale PlSeattle, WA 98103
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Crown Colony
Studio Apartments

Crown Colony

1401 NW 90th StSeattle, WA 98117
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Fremont Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fremont Place

3519 Fremont Pl NSeattle, WA 98103
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Odessa Apartments
Studio Apartments

Odessa Apartments

3120 Harvard Ave ESeattle, WA 98102
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4025 Stone Way
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4025 Stone Way

4025 Stone Way NSeattle, WA 98103
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2418 Ballard
Studio Apartments

2418 Ballard

2418 NW 58th StSeattle, WA 98107
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Campus Heights
Studio Apartments

Campus Heights

800 NE 42nd StSeattle, WA 98105
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Kelsey
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Kelsey

4233 9th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Cielo
Studio Apartments

Cielo

4520 7th Ave NESeattle, WA 98105
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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Seattle, WA and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Sharon Stallings

Ballard, Seattle, WA Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

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Ballard, Seattle, WA

Ranked #18

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ballard

How much are Studio apartments in Ballard?

There are currently 1,154 Studio Apartments in Ballard with rent ranges from $650 to $2,480 with an average price of $1,513.

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 $725 to $6,093 with an average monthly rent of $2,114.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballard cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ballard range from $1,375 to $8,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,163.

How expensive are Ballard Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 215 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ballard on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,800 to $7,569 - averaging $3,541 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Picking the Perfect Seattle Neighborhood for College Life

Written by: Sharon Stallings

I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. Whether you're new to Seattle or grew up here, the neighborhood where you live makes a huge difference while attending college.

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Seattle Apartment Guide: Find Your Rental Near Tech Hubs like Amazon, Google, and Adobe

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I'm Sharon, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Seattle, Washington. We're blessed to live in Seattle, affectionately known as the Emerald City.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.