Status: Special offer

Counterbalance Apartments

315 1st Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

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Special offer! Six Weeks Free on select homes!

Apartment building

Studio-1 bed

Pet-friendly

Other parking

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 , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 218FURNI Studio, 1 ba	462	Dec 12	$1,905
Unit 221 1 bd, 1 ba	657	Nov 9	$2,095
Unit 321 1 bd, 1 ba	657	Dec 7	$2,125
Unit 312 1 bd, 1 ba	816	Now	$2,350
Unit 520 1 bd, 1 ba	784	Now	$2,499
Unit 412 1 bd, 1 ba	816	Now	$2,499
Unit 213 1 bd, 1 ba	821	Nov 7	$2,595
Unit 615 1 bd, 1 ba	780	Nov 7	$2,645

What's special

Six Weeks Free on select homes!

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Office hours

Day	Open hours
Mon - Fri:	9 am - 5 pm
Sat - Sun:	Closed

Facts, features & policies

Building Amenities

Other

In Unit: Full-Size Washer And Dryer In Every Home

Services & facilities

Bicycle Storage

Storage Space: Additional Storage Options

Unit Features

Appliances

Dryer

Washer

Internet/Satellite

High-Speed Internet Ready: High-Speed Internet Access

Other

Furnished: Furnished Options Available

Policies

Parking

Controlled Access Building & Parking Garage

Other

Lease terms

9, 10, 11, 12

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DogsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
Monthly dog rent$45
Dog deposit$300
CatsStatus: Allowed
Number allowed2
Monthly cat rent$45

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Special Features

Ample Kitchen Cabinet Space For Storage

Convenient Trash Chute On Each Floor

Dedicated Motorcycle Parking

Electric Fireplaces In Select Homes

Flexible Den/Study Space In Select Floor Plans

Generous Walk-In Closets

Open Concept Layouts

Package And Mail Room

Private Decks With Integrated Storage

Responsive Onsite Maintenance & Management Team

Spacious, Open-Concept Layouts

Neighborhood: Lower Queen Anne

Areas of interest

Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

Travel times

Getting around

Walk Score^®

/ 100

Walker's Paradise

Transit Score^®

/ 100

Excellent Transit

Bike Score^®

/ 100

Very Bikeable

Nearby schools in Seattle

Hay Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 0.9 miles

6/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

5/10

McClure Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 1.1 miles

8/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

10/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

Lincoln High School

Grades 9-12 • 2.8 miles

10/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

10/10

College Readiness Rating

10/10

Arts Scene
Seattle Center’s museums, performance venues, and public art make arts and culture a visible part of Lower Queen Anne.
Dining Scene
Restaurants and cafés along Queen Anne Avenue and Mercer Street offer a range of casual dining options.
Green Spaces
Kinnear Park provides wooded paths and scenic viewpoints within the neighborhood.
Transit Access
Frequent bus service and walkable streets connect Lower Queen Anne with downtown Seattle and nearby districts.

Lower Queen Anne sits just northwest of downtown Seattle, with steep streets, views toward Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains, and easy access to the city’s waterfront. The climate is mild and often rainy in winter, with drier summer days. Seattle Center anchors the neighborhood with the Space Needle, Museum of Pop Culture, and McCaw Hall; nearby Kinnear Park offers wooded paths and outlooks. Cafés, restaurants, and everyday shops line Queen Anne Avenue and Mercer Street, while Seattle Center brings performances, festivals, and cultural events. Sidewalks and frequent bus service make getting around without a car practical, and bike routes connect toward downtown and the waterfront. For the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood, the median rent is $1,948 per month, with a typical range of $1,000 to $9,795.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Counterbalance Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

Counterbalance Apartments is located at 315 1st Ave W in Lower Queen Anne, Seattle, WA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Queen Anne Beerhall, La Parisienne, and Macrina Bakery & Cafe.

What is the average rent in Seattle, WA?

Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle is currently $1,948 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

What schools are assigned to Counterbalance Apartments?

The schools assigned to Counterbalance Apartments include Hay Elementary School, McClure Middle School, and Lincoln High School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Counterbalance Apartments?

Counterbalance Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including Metropolitan Market (0.3 miles) and Trader Joe's (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Glazer's Camera, are approximately 0.8 miles away.

What is the minimum and maximum rent for Counterbalance Apartments?

The total price for an apartment unit in Counterbalance Apartments ranges from $1,905 to $2,645. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.