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Highlights

  • Professionally managed
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Closet space
  • Off street parking
  • Coin operated laundry
  • Updated kitchen and bath

Location

3059 Island Crest Way, Mercer Island, WA 98040, USA|Downtown Mercer Island
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Management

Westwinds

Leasing office

(206) 571-9517

Property Overview

Westwinds Apartments offers key amenities including on-site laundry facilities, off-street parking, and a dedicated management team to ensure resident satisfaction. The property is well-rated by Zumper, reflecting its appeal and positive aspects, such as its location within an excellent school district. Additionally, the one-bedroom, one-bathroom layout is designed for comfortable living.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.4
Very Good
Westwinds Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath640 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit availableQuiet affordable 3rd floor Unit for rent at the WestWinds close to I-90 and walking distance to town. Updated kitchen and bath. Professionally managed and Off Street parking. Coin operated laundry and lots of closet space. $1450 rent plus $95 flat fee for w/s/g Pets considered on case by case basis with additional security deposit. Email Chris to schedule a showing.

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Amenities for Westwinds Apartments

Building

Cats OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Westwinds Apartments

HomeApartments in Mercer IslandDowntown Mercer Island Westwinds Apartments

Westwinds Apartments 3059 ISLAND CREST WAY, MERCER ISLAND, WA, 98040 Neighborhood: Mercer Island Manager: 206-571-9517 | **** Come join us at the West Winds Apartments on Mercer Island. We are conveniently located within .3 miles from downtown Mercer Island, grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, parks, biking trails, shopping, and entertainment. We are also .5 miles to the Mercer Island park-and-ride, 5 minutes from Seattle, and 7 minutes from Bellevue. 1-Bedrooms, 2-Bedrooms Updated Kitchens with Granite Countertop Decks Off-Street Parking Available On-Site Laundry Facilities Cats Welcome Walk Score: 79 Near Bus Line


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.4
/10
Very Good
Westwinds Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Westwinds Apartments
Price·6A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Westwinds Apartments is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Westwinds Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Westwinds Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Westwinds Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Westwinds Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Westwinds Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Westwinds Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3 miles away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Downtown Mercer Island

1-bedroom apartments at Westwinds Apartments cost about 46% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Mercer Island.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Downtown Mercer Island
Mercer Island
A table of studio rental data trends in Mercer Island
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,958
March 2024$1,897
April 2024$1,979
May 2024$1,973
June 2024$1,954
July 2024$2,044
August 2024$1,931
September 2024$1,993
October 2024$1,969
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$1,895
January 2025$2,026
February 2025$2,134
March 2025$1,967
April 2025$1,843
May 2025$1,883
June 2025$1,938
July 2025$1,879
August 2025$1,919
September 2025$1,931
October 2025$1,913
November 2025$1,967
December 2025$1,956
January 2026$2,098
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Mercer Island
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,000
December 2024$1,807
January 2025$1,991
February 2025$2,134
March 2025$1,967
April 2025$1,843
May 2025$1,883
June 2025$1,938
July 2025$1,878
August 2025$1,899
September 2025$1,925
October 2025$1,913
November 2025$1,967
December 2025$1,956
January 2026$2,098

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near Westwinds Apartments

West Mercer Elementary School

4141 81st ave se

mercer island, WA, 98040

K-5Public
A

Island Park Elementary School

5437 island crest way

mercer island, WA, 98040

K-5Public
A

Lakeridge Elementary School

8215 se 78th

mercer island, WA, 98040

K-5Public
A
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Getting around Mercer Island near 3059 Island Crest Way

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3059 Island Crest Way, Mercer Island

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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