NO ADDITIONAL FEES; however, a signed lease is required, as first and last month's rent, and a deposit (for a total of $15,000). Up to 6 unrelated adults (as well as other household formations) can share this 1967 custom Seward Park rare multi-level central-foyer mid-century modern with 3 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, spread over four levels and commanding south and east views of Lake Washington & Mt. Rainier from top level. One-block from Willow-Street Lake Washington gravel "street-end shoreline access" beach (including a substantial park bench). Large lot (~1/4 acre) on quiet street with dedicated vegetable garden space. Landscaped grounds and lawn, with lawn-service provided subject to behavior of any pets. Spacious view deck (~25x30) includes trex-like decking with a weather-proofed carport underneath. Off-street parking for up to five vehicles as well as a large attached garage. Enjoy the best of South End living from this beautiful view home: 1 mile walk west on Myrtle street to Othello light rail station, as well as AK Pizza. About 1.5 miles north and west to Columbia City and PCC. About 1 mile north and west to Hillman City. Less than 1 mile walk or drive north and east to Seward Park (and spectacular Lake Washington Boulevard going north) and less than 1/2 mile to Martha Washington Park. About 1.1 miles north of light-filled Rainier Beach pool with many classes and active community center. About 2 miles to I-5 N via either Othello or Graham. About the same to I-5 S from MLK via either Henderson or Cloverdale. Easy access to West Seattle Freeway and Alki Beach, as well as Whole Foods etc there. No more than a half-hour to downtown via many alternative surface routes if the freeway is congested. Access eastside via I-90 or light rail. Top level: Huge beamed cathedral-ceilinged (~12' high at beam) south and east-facing (lake and mountain views) living room (~26x15.5) with custom stone fireplace and access to enormous view deck. Small built-in bar adds to mid-century charm. Cross-beam at rear of room with chandelier creates a mid-century "formal dining space" or can be included in generous living area. Spacious east-facing (lake view) kitchen, with double electric wall oven, separate 5-burner gas stove top, side-by-side fridge/freezer, dishwasher, disposal) with large (~12x15) second dining area ("den") with second brick fireplace (gas) and large view east-facing window. Kitchen/dining area area provide access to "BBQ patio" and large backyard. Bi-weekly lawn service provided by owner but conditioned on pet behavior. 3 steps down to second level, with large windowed north-facing laundry room with closet, large (12x15) primary south-facing en-suite bedroom, second north-facing bedroom (~12'x9') with built-in hardwood cabinetry, and a hall bath (with tub), and big foyer providing direct access to all levels, with a large coat closet and linen closet. Gracious bedroom hall ensures privacy from foyer. Double entrance door with sidelight provides gracious front-door access to foyer and house. Popcorn ceiling in LR, foyer, laundry-room and two foyer-level bedrooms. 10 gracious (over 1' deep treads with ~8" rise) steps down to 3rd level, with two windowed east-facing bedrooms (each approximately 11'x11') with good closets in each, as well as electric baseboard heating, and a built-in "vanity" (or desk) in south bedroom. Gracious hall provides access to 4th level. 3 steps down from hall to ground-floor (4th) level, with bathroom (with tub and quiet fan), big storage room with lots of sliding door storage spaces, large fireplaced (gas) "rec room" (~14x26), with access to large windowed high-ceiling single-car garage. Garage provides access to large, weather-proof carport. Ipe (Brazilian walnut) hardwood floors (with generous baseboards) in living room, all stairs, bedrooms, the rec room, and hallways except in storage room (both this and its hallway to rec room have cement flooring). Brazilian Cherry in foyer. Gas heat (furnace new as of 2018) except electric baseboard for two 3rd-level bedrooms. Electric hot-water heater. Gated and fenced rear yard with many specimen plantings but a large (~12x20) sunny space (with views) for vegetable gardening in northeast corner of lot. Charming well-defined neighborhood of substantial homes (with neighborhood association and annual block party). Available June 1. Owner will provide one housecleaning after June 1. Handyman (paid for by owner) also generally available to address any maintenance issues as they arise. This quiet, spacious Seward Park home is available to up to 6 unrelated adults (Tenant) as well as all other household formations and is subject to a signed lease, which requires a deposit of first, last, and a $4,440 security ($15,000 must be deposited at Chase (account number to be provided), with a signed lease to obtain keys on June 1). No other fees (ignore 15.4% Zillow may be showing). No income or credit history required. Tenant pays all utilities. Lease will be for 11 months (as rounded by Zillow to one year, but actually June 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027), with a right (subject to conditions) of first refusal for the next May 1, 2027 to April 30, 2028 year at the same $5,280 per month (for a total of 23 months at $5,600). All tenants must sign lease, and provide email and cell phone. If unrelated adults, two roommate substitutions are allowed per lease term, with all parties required to re-sign updated signature page. Biweekly lawn-service from March to October, subject to conditions if dog(s) is/are present. Renters insurance recommended but not required.
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