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Ballard, Seattle, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ballard Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballard area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Horizon Phinney priced from $850. Alcove Ballard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Ballard apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Horizon PhinneyMicro StudioStudio,1BA$850
Alcove Ballard ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$850
Karsti ApartmentsMFTE StudioStudio,1BA$895
Freya Apartments - Private StudiosMFTE StudioStudio,1BA$895
Odessa ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Cubix North ParkSEDUStudio,1BA$899
Rise on 67thStudioStudio,$899
Horizon Greenwood201Studio,1BA$920
Eastlake FlatsA - MFTEStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballard, WA

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballard area is the $0.53 price per square foot 8801 Aurora Ave N Model at 8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 1 in the in the North College Park neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Ballard apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Greenwood Gardens starting at $2,295 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Broadview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballard apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 18801 Aurora Ave N5BR,3BA$0.53
Greenwood Gardens2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.26
11249 Greenwood Ave N, Unit #411249 Greenwood Ave N2BR,1BA$2.10
Discover Comfortable Living at Wembley Par2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.33
Huang2x12BR,1BA$2.12
North Court Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.05
Jefferson Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.23
TWG South1BDRM1BR,1BA$2.02
Fremont Solstice2BS2BR,1BA$1.66
Northgate View ApartmentsSTUDIO/1BAStudio ,1BA$2.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ballard

What type of rentals are currently available in Ballard?

There are currently 2067 Apartments for Rent in Ballard, WA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $9,921. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ballard ranging from $660 to $8,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ballard?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ballard ranges from $660 to $8,750 with an average monthly rent of $4,421.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ballard?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ballard range from $2,050 to $6,146, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $5,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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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

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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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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

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