AI-Scored Rankings • Updated 2026-04-03

Best Apartments in Bellevue, WA — Scored by AI

ListWise scores every Bellevue neighborhood on safety, walkability, schools, commute time, and rental value. See which areas actually match your lifestyle — not just what's cheapest.

$2,800/mo
Median Rent
151,854
Population
8
Neighborhoods Scored
Microsoft
Top Employer
Local Insights

Why Bellevue? What Renters Need to Know

Bellevue's median rent is around $2,800/month, reflecting its position as a premier Seattle eastside tech hub. West Bellevue and Medina command dramatically higher prices ($3,500-$5,500+), while Crossroads and Factoria offer more accessible entry points around $2,400-$2,500.

Quick Facts

Population 151,854
Median Rent $2,800/mo
Top Employer Microsoft
Neighborhoods 8 scored by AI
Rent vs. National$2,800 vs $1,500 national median

Rent Comparison

Bellevue median rent is $1,300 above the national median of $1,500/mo.

Largest Employer

The largest employer in Bellevue is Microsoft, making the West Bellevue area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.

Top Neighborhoods

Top Neighborhoods in Bellevue

Ranked by ListWise's composite AI score. Top 3 shown free — unlock all 8 for the full picture.

#1

West Bellevue

Score: 95/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 65
Avg Rent $3,500
Schools 10/10
#2

Medina

Score: 97/100
Safety A+
Walk Score 30
Avg Rent $5,500
Schools 10/10
#3

Downtown Bellevue

Score: 88/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 85
Avg Rent $3,200
Schools 8/10

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#4

Crossroads

Score: 82/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 68
Avg Rent $2,400
Schools 7/10
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#5

Eastgate

Score: 84/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 45
Avg Rent $2,600
Schools 8/10
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#6

Somerset

Score: 92/100
Safety A
Walk Score 38
Avg Rent $3,000
Schools 10/10
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#7

Factoria

Score: 80/100
Safety B+
Walk Score 52
Avg Rent $2,500
Schools 7/10
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#8

Bridle Trails

Score: 90/100
Safety A-
Walk Score 32
Avg Rent $3,100
Schools 9/10
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How It Works

How ListWise Scores Bellevue Apartments

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We pull real-time data from MLS, crime stats, school ratings, transit APIs, and walk score databases for Bellevue.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked About Bellevue

What is the average rent in Bellevue?

Bellevue's median rent is around $2,800/month, reflecting its position as a premier Seattle eastside tech hub. West Bellevue and Medina command dramatically higher prices ($3,500-$5,500+), while Crossroads and Factoria offer more accessible entry points around $2,400-$2,500.

Is Bellevue better than Seattle for tech workers?

Many tech workers prefer Bellevue for its proximity to Microsoft's Redmond campus, Amazon's Bellevue expansion, and a growing roster of tech employers who've chosen the eastside. Bellevue offers newer infrastructure, lower crime, excellent schools, and avoids Seattle's downtown challenges — at a significant housing cost premium.

How are Bellevue's schools?

Bellevue School District is consistently rated among the best in Washington State and the nation, driven by high household education levels, exceptional funding, and a competitive academic culture. Schools in Somerset, West Bellevue, and Bridle Trails regularly rank in national top percentiles.

What is Bellevue's cultural identity?

Bellevue has one of the most diverse populations of any US city its size, with large Korean, Chinese, Indian, and Japanese communities. This creates a world-class Asian food scene, multilingual services, and cultural programming. The Bellevue Arts Museum and annual Bellevue Arts Fair are notable cultural assets.

How does commuting work between Bellevue and Seattle?

The SR-520 and I-90 bridges connect Bellevue to Seattle, and Link Light Rail's East Link expansion now connects Downtown Bellevue directly to Seattle via Mercer Island. Drive times are 20-40 minutes depending on traffic. Many Bellevue residents work entirely on the eastside and rarely commute to Seattle.

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