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Mercer Island, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mercer Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mercer Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,305 | $1,900 | $4,753 |
Mercer Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,219 | $2,200 | $3,950 |
Mercer Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,598 | $2,795 | $7,500 |
Mercer Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
Mercer Island 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,950 | $6,950 | $6,950 |
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Cheapest Available Mercer Island Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mercer Island, WA is a Studio unit found at Ethiopian Village in the Dunlap neighborhood priced from $1,009. Admirals Apartments in the Duwamish neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mercer Island apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ethiopian Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mercer Island, WA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mercer Island area is the $2.60 price per square foot Spinnaker Model at Bella Vista in the in the Kennydale neighborhood starting from $3,324. The second greatest value Mercer Island apartment is the Unit Style 1 Model at Juniper Ridge Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the West Lake Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mercer Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Bella Vista | Spinnaker | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
Juniper Ridge Apartments | Unit Style 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
3219 S Graham St | 3219 S Graham St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Mercer Tower | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
Admirals Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
Via Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Westwinds Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Emerald Ridge | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
8306 Wabash Ave S, Unit 8306 | 8306 Wabash Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Ethiopian Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mercer Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Mercer Island?
There are currently 181 Apartments for Rent in Mercer Island, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,009 to $15,713. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mercer Island ranging from $1,300 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mercer Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mercer Island ranges from $1,300 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,638.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mercer Island?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mercer Island range from $2,251 to $15,713, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,101.
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