Welcome Home to the Admiral Five! A historic building, that was fully renovated from the studs out in 2018. Enjoy all the modern conveniences, while embracing the vintage exterior. Walking distance to everything your heart desires! Easy access to DT Seattle, Alki Beach, and North Admiral! Enjoy this beautiful daylight basement unit with no shared walls for the ultimate privacy!
Residency includes 50% off membership to Anytime Fitness, 10% off at Fit Bar Superfood Cafe and 10% off at Space B.A.R. Wellness.
Tenant responsible for SCL + $75 per occupant towards water/sewer/garbage.
West Seattle
2217 42nd Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116
Apartment building
2 beds
Pet-friendly
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
 Unit 1 2 bd, 1 ba | 800 | Now | $2,200 |
What's special
Vintage exteriorHistoric buildingModern conveniencesBeautiful daylight basement unit
Facts, features & policies
Building amenities
Services & facilities
- Online rent payment
Policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Special features
- Accessibility
- Energy Efficient Appliances
- Online Maintenance Requests
- RangeOven
- Secure Entry
Neighborhood: Admiral
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
 / 100
Some TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Seattle
Lafayette Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Madison Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.8 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
8/10West Seattle High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in Seattle
Admiral sits on West Seattle’s hilly peninsula, with residential streets, views toward Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains, and a mild, often cloudy maritime climate. The neighborhood’s central commercial area along California Avenue SW brings together cafés, restaurants, shops, and everyday services. Nearby, the historic Admiral Theater is a local landmark, while Alki Beach and the West Seattle waterfront offer shoreline walks and open views. Parks and green spaces around West Seattle provide places to stroll and play, and neighborhood sidewalks connect homes to the California Avenue business district. The West Seattle Water Taxi and bus service offer transit connections to downtown Seattle; driving routes link the peninsula to the rest of the city. For the Admiral neighborhood, the median rent is $2,395 per month, with a typical range of $1,299 to $7,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Seattle located, and what is the neighborhood like?
West Seattle is located at 2217 42nd Ave SW in Admiral, Seattle, WA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as The Nook, FIT BAR Superfood Cafe, and Current Coffee.
What is the average rent in Seattle, WA?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Admiral neighborhood of Seattle is currently $2,395 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to West Seattle?
The schools assigned to West Seattle include Lafayette Elementary School, Madison Middle School, and West Seattle High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near West Seattle?
West Seattle is located near 6 grocery stores, including Metropolitan Market West Seattle (0.1 miles) and Safeway (0.2 miles). Additional shopping options, including Alki Bike & Board, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near West Seattle?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to West Seattle include Park West Nursing Center (0.3 miles away), Life Care Centers of America (0.4 miles away), and Swedish West Seattle Professional Clinic (0.7 miles away).
