HELLO, AND WELCOME TO OUR COMFORTABLE, GRACIOUS, QUIET, 55+ ADULT COMMUNITY !
I'm Terry Goodwin and I own the Mauna Kea Apartments - a great place for quiet independent living. I operate the Mauna Kea with an eye to creating quite long-term residencies for easy-to-get-along-with people. I'm happy that you've stopped by to consider it.
The Mauna Kea is a great place for people who like a quiet, comfortable, and commotion-free home life.
The Mauna Kea offers recently upgraded 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with unobstructed views west to the Olympic Mountains, north to downtown Seattle, and even a glimpse of Elliot Bay! Selected units feature private balconies overlooking the pool and those same terrific views to the west.
The Mauna Kea is convenient, with I-5 access 5 minutes away and a bus stop across the street.
The Mauna Kea has four strengths--a really great view, an especially large and attractive pool, a very, very quiet environment, and myself as a kind of cordial "small town Mayor". I'm at the Mauna Kea very frequently, and everyone knows me, and I them.
The Mauna Kea doesn't maximize the possible rents--I don't try to squeeze every last $50 or $60 / month that I might. I'd much rather keep the Mauna Kea's rents at an acceptable level that Residents can live with, and create a situation where the same easy-to-get-along-with Residents can live there year after year, decade after decade, as they historically have. That, to me, is a 'winning hand' for everyone.
Please -- I prefer to e-mail at first. Kindly send me a note so I can arrange a showing for you. Please include your first and last name and your own address & phone #. In the interest of mutual security I don't reply to anonymous or unverifiable addresses.
If you are inquiring on behalf on another person--a friend or relative--please provide that person's full name, contact information, and relationship to you.
The Mauna Kea Apartments - Family Built, Family Owned, Family Operated.
Thank you!
Senior housing
The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments
11133 51st Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98178
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Parking lot
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
35 1 bd, 1 ba | 590 | Now | $1,310 |
20 2 bd, 1 ba | 725 | Now | $1,310 |
55 2 bd, 1 ba | 890 | Now | $1,390 |
23 2 bd, 2 ba | 975 | Now | $1,410 |
What's special
Swimming pool
Cool down on hot days
This building features access to a pool. Less than 19% of buildings in Tukwila have this amenity.
North to downtown seattle
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Accessibility
- Disabled Access
Community Rooms
- Fitness Center
Other
- Laundry: Shared
- Swimming Pool
Outdoor common areas
- Garden
- Lawn
- Patio
- Picnic Area
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- Elevator
View description
- City
- Mountain
- Wooded
Unit Features
Appliances
- Convection Oven
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet: New carpet
- Vinyl
Heating
- Electric
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready
Other
- Balcony
- Patio Balcony: Balcony
- Top (5th) Floor
Policies
Parking
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking Lot
- Underground Garage
Lease terms
- Six months
Pets
Small dogs
- Not allowed
Large dogs
- Not allowed
Cats
- Not allowed
Special Features
- Over 55
Neighborhood: 98178
- Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.Nature ViewsScenic surroundings with stunning landscapes and picturesque outlooks.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.Commuter FriendlyStreamlined routes and connections make daily commuting simple.
Anchored by the hillside communities of Bryn Mawr-Skyway, Lakeridge, and Earlington, 98178 offers leafy streets, big Lake Washington views, and a relaxed, diverse community vibe on the Seattle–Renton border. Expect Pacific Northwest living—mild, misty winters and sunny summer evenings—plus quick access to I-5 and I-405, bus links to Link light rail, and convenient errands at Saar’s Super Saver Foods, nearby Safeway, and The Landing’s shops, LA Fitness, and movie theater. Weekend routines often revolve around green spaces: trails through Lakeridge Park (Dead Horse Canyon), playfields at Skyway Park, serene strolls at Kubota Garden, and waterfront picnics or paddle launches at Gene Coulon Park; cyclists tap the Lake Washington Loop and Cedar River Trail. The dining scene leans casual and global—teriyaki, pho, tacos, and soul food—paired with an easy coffee culture and low-key pubs. According to Zillow’s Rental Manager market trends in recent months, the area’s median rent sits in the mid-$2,000s, with most listings ranging from the upper $1,000s to low $3,000s. Family- and pet-friendly.
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Tukwila
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Rainier ViewGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Aki Kurose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 2/10Rainier Beach High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments?
The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments has a walk score of 12, it's car-dependent.
What is the transit score of The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments?
The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments has a transit score of 41, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments?
The schools assigned to The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments include Rainier View, Aki Kurose Middle School, and Rainier Beach High School.
Does The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments have in-unit laundry?
No, but The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments in?
The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments is in the 98178 neighborhood in Tukwila, WA.
What are The Mauna Kea Comfortable, Age-Restricted / 55+ View Apartments's policies on pets?
Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed. Cats are not allowed.
