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Mercer Island, WA

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Lake Washington surrounds this upscale island community

Upscale Luxurious Suburban Peaceful Family-Friendly Scenic Lush

Nestled between Seattle and Bellevue, Mercer Island rests in the southern portion of Lake Washington. Incorporated in 1960, the city is highly regarded for its upscale homes, excellent schools, lush natural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, and miles of developed shoreline.

Mercer Island fosters a strong sense of community through a variety of family-friendly events, such as the Mercer Island Summer Celebration and the Mercer Island Farmers Market, among many others. Residents also bond over a shared love of outdoor recreation at popular venues like Luther Burbank Park, Aubrey Davis Park, and Mercerdale Park. Much of the city’s commercial offerings are clustered near I-90, which connects Mercer Island to the Greater Seattle Area and beyond.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Mercer Island, WA is $1,964 for a studio, $2,252 for one bedroom, $3,080 for two bedrooms, and $3,023 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mercer Island has increased by 3.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,252/month
763 Sq Ft
House
$6,410/month
2,246 Sq Ft
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Transportation

70

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

36

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

56

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Northwood Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

404 Students

10
out of 10

Lakeridge Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

397 Students

9
out of 10

Island Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

380 Students

9
out of 10

West Mercer Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

422 Students

8
out of 10

Islander Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

930 Students

8
out of 10

Mercer Island High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,524 Students

10
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mercerdale Park
  • Newcastle Beach Park
  • Genesee Park and Playfield
  • Seward Park
  • Seward Park Environmental & Audubon Center

Airports

  • Seattle-Tacoma International
  • Seattle Paine Field International

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