In the very heart in the very desirable Eastlake area of Seattle, just steps from the shores of Lake Union, is this gem of an apartment that is rarely available. It's a 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit with fireplace, and close to 650 square feet of prime living space. If you are looking for a prime in-city location, you'll want to see this. This is the first time this unit has been available for rent in over 12 years and it presents a fantastic opportunity to live in a top floor unit that in this excellent setting and neighborhood. The unit is offered for ONE TENANT only. No double occupancies allowed. 2517 Minor Ave E. has just undergone a complete remodel, with brand new floors, carpets, energy efficient LED lighting, window coverings, paint, heating, and stainless-steel appliances. Entry is via a separate covered porch. You do not have to hike up a bunch of stairs, nor go down a long hallway to get to your home. Nor do you have to worry about cavernous stairwells, elevators, distractions and other big building nuisances. The unit faces west and has big windows that let in lots of natural light on the west, north and south sides. The bathroom features a fully tiled tub/shower, new fixtures, flooring and lighting. The bedroom includes a walk-in closet. The living room includes a fireplace, and accent wall LED lighting, and there is new low-energy LED lighting throughout all rooms. Plantation style shutters are installed on all windows. There is a separate shared laundry room on site, with storage. Parking is on street by permit and regulated by the City of Seattle's RPZ parking permit program. 2517 Minor Ave E is located a few hundred feet south of Roanoke Street, just block up from Lake Union. This is a quiet and peaceful street, surrounded by beautiful single-family homes and condominiums. This neighborhood has a walk score of 82, transit score of 56 and bike score of 77! You have a waterfront mini park just around the corner at the base of Roanoke Street. Walk, bike or jog along the waterfront to experience Seattle's colorful houseboat community, together with other public spaces and parks. It's a fabulous area that is cherished by those that live there and those that would like to live there. There's a supermarket just a block away, across the street from the water. And you are in close proximity to everything you need access to, whether it be the University of Washington, South Lake Union, the Burke Gilman Trail, downtown Seattle, the Seattle Center, South Lake Union, I-5, or Hwy 520. Public transportation is just a block away with Metro bus service on Route 70 that runs around the clock with bus stops on Eastlake Ave E. Route 70 travels to downtown Seattle and the UW, and connects with the City of Seattle Streetcar, Metro Rapid Ride C Line, and the University of Washington Station with its multiple bus transfers, and also the UW Link Light Rail station. You can get anywhere quickly and easily. This neighborhood is full of great bars, restaurants, grocery stores, cafes and shopping nearby. There are many other parks in close proximity such as Roanoke Street Park, Lynn Street Park, Terry Pettus Park and Rogers Playground (with tennis courts) all within walking distance. This is a place you'll enjoy coming home to every day. Rent: $1550 per month payable in advance with a one-year lease. Water, sewer and garbage are included in the rent. Tenant is responsible for their electricity usage (heat, hot water, power) and any internet/cable connectivity charges. There is a separate meter to measure the amount of power used for this unit. At time of lease signing, a $1550 security deposit is also required. This will be used to cover costs of any damages incurred to the unit at close of lease (above and beyond normal wear and tear) and may also be applied to the last month's rent at the close of the lease. A cat is possible with approval but requires a refundable deposit of $350. There is no additional monthly rent for your cat. This deposit is in addition to the standard security deposit and is refundable subject to property condition on move out. Parking is on street but controlled by permit. Costs are approximately $65 for a two-year period, and guest parking permits are available. Applicant requirements: - Outstanding credit and rental history - Looking for quiet, clean tenants - No Smoking - 12-month lease - No collections, bankruptcies or evictions in last 7 years - Favorable references from past landlords - 3X rent in net income - 700+ credit score - No co-signers - Renter's Insurance required - Screening process to include background check, credit check, and employment verification. - Reusable tenant screening reports not accepted.
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