
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McGilvara Neighborhood of Mercer Island, WA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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McGilvara, Mercer Island, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McGilvara?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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McGilvara Studio Apartments | $2,098 | $1,445 | $4,581 |
McGilvara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $1,780 | $4,735 |
McGilvara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,564 | $2,101 | $6,692 |
McGilvara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,555 | $3,698 | $5,412 |
McGilvara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,317 | $4,101 | $4,533 |
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Cheapest Available McGilvara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McGilvara area of Seattle, WA is a Studio unit found at Symphony Apartments priced from $1,445. Aviara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,809. Here are the most affordable McGilvara apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Symphony Apartments | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
Aviara | Shoreline | Studio,1BA | $1,809 |
CityLine | One Bedroom A1A-MMR | 1BR,1BA | $1,829 |
Arlo | A3 | Studio,1BA | $1,840 |
The Mercer Apartment Homes | Clise | Studio,1BA | $1,915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McGilvara, WA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the McGilvara area is the $3.79 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Den A Model at Lux in the in the North Bellevue neighborhood starting from $4,395. The second greatest value McGilvara apartment is the Two Bedroom B2B-CL2 Model at CityLine starting at $3,145 with a $3.44 price per square foot in the Mercer Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McGilvara apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lux | Two Bed Two Bath Den A | 2BR,2BA | $3.79 |
CityLine | Two Bedroom B2B-CL2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
Mercer Tower | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
888 Bellevue | 1B-05C | 1BR,1BA | $5.21 |
Island Square | A1J | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
Shorewood | Studio-Restored | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
Aviara | Shoreline | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
Arlo | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
The Mercer Apartment Homes | Clise | Studio ,1BA | $4.07 |
Symphony Apartments | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $4.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMcgilvara, Mercer Island, WA
Ranked #4
Among neighborhoods in Mercer Island, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the McGilvara Neighborhood in Mercer Island, WA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McGilvara Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in McGilvara?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in McGilvara is at Symphony Apartments listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom McGilvara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom McGilvara Apartment is $1,780 at Symphony Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom McGilvara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in McGilvara is starting from $2,101 at Shorewood.
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