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800 NE 40th St

SeattleWA98105

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Seattle's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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 Alcove Ballard Apartments priced from $799. Fiora by aPodment Suites has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Ballard apartments for rent in Seattle, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alcove Ballard ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$799
Fiora by aPodment SuitesStudioStudio,1BA$825
Horizon PhinneyMFTEStudio,1BA$845
Avenida by aPodment SuitesStudiosStudio,1BA$850
Freya Apartments - Private StudiosMFTE StudioStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballard, WA

As of April 17, 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 8856 Interlake Ave N Model at 8856 Interlake Ave N starting at $2,795 with a $2.19 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8801 Aurora Ave N, Unit Room 18801 Aurora Ave N5BR,3BA$0.53
8856 Interlake Ave N8856 Interlake Ave N2BR,1BA$2.19
4708 7th Ave NE, Unit Unit#C - Top4708 7th Ave NE3BR,1BA$2.25
The Galleria2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated2BR,1.5BA$2.30
North Court Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
Landon Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.97
Park PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.88
Blue Ridge Apartments1 BD 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.12
AG Anberg ApartmentsWebsite Posting-1/11BR,1BA$2.28
Spencer House1x11BR,1BA$2.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ballard

What type of rentals are currently available in Ballard?

There are currently 2107 Apartments for Rent in Ballard, WA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $10,000. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ballard ranging from $600 to $8,700.

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 $600 to $8,700 with an average monthly rent of $4,031.

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 $2,100 to $7,920, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,660.

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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

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.