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  • 4603 42nd Ave S

    Seattle, WA 98118

    Apartment building
    1-3 beds

    Available units

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    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total monthly price. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.

    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnTotal monthly price, sorted ascending
    Unit 1
    3 bd, 2 ba
    1,800
    Jan 1
    $3,595

    What's special

    Two private decksPark viewLots of lightLarge windowsBeautiful shared yard
    Fully equipped single-family home in amazing location! This is a medium-term, furnished rental, 1 to 6 months lease, ideal for traveling nurses, relocations, or remodels. Not available for long-term leases. The main floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a huge open living/dining/kitchen room with large windows, lots of light and a park view. It has two private decks, a beautiful shared yard, and is across the street from a park. Shared laundry in the garage. This home has many amenities and extras not available in many rentals, since it is our real home we have thoughtfully prepared to rent out. (My husband is doing a graduate program abroad and we are renting out our home while we are away.) Incredible Columbia City Location: - 5 min walk to Columbia City restaurants and shops - 0.7 miles from Light Rail station - Directly across from a park (and the Genesee Soccer Fields) - 0.7 miles from Lake Washington (great for running/walking!). The Columbia City neighborhood has restaurants, a PCC grocery store (like Whole Foods), banks, farmers market, library and lots of green space! The home is currently available January-June 2027. We are potentially flexible on dates. Please reach out to explore more! (The home has 2 other units: a one-bedroom apartment downstairs, and a small studio.) Rental terms and screening criteria Home availability: January 4, 2027 through June. Lease length: 1-6 months. Not available for long-term leases. Utilities: $350/mo flat fee for utilities Move-in window: Available beginning January 4, 2027. Exact start and end dates must be agreed in writing with the owner before the lease is signed. Income: Gross household income of at least 2.5x the monthly rent, verified by pay stubs, an offer letter, or bank statements. Rental history: Positive references from at least two prior landlords. No eviction judgments in the past 7 years, excluding any history landlords are prohibited from considering under Seattle or Washington law. Credit: Minimum credit score of 680. No unpaid collections owed to a prior landlord or utility in the past 5 years, excluding any history landlords are prohibited from considering under Seattle or Washington law. Occupancy: Maximum 5 occupants. Pets: Pets considered case by case, except service and assistance animals, which are always allowed. Smoking: No smoking or vaping on the property. Complete application: Online application submitted, screening fee paid, ID, and income documentation. This is a furnished home.

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Freezer
    • Microwave oven
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Hardwood

    Neighborhood: Columbia City

    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
    Very Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit

    Nearby schools in Seattle

    Hawthorne Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles
    6/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Aki Kurose Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 1.1 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Franklin High School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.2 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    College Readiness Rating
    3/10

    Columbia City sits in southeast Seattle, with a compact commercial district along Rainier Avenue South and light rail access at Columbia City Station. The neighborhood’s historic core includes landmarked buildings and a mix of restaurants, cafés, shops, and neighborhood services. Dining and coffee options line the main streets, while arts events and live performances add to the local calendar. Nearby outdoor destinations include Genesee Park and Lake Washington’s shoreline at Seward Park, with paths and open spaces for walking and recreation. Columbia City Library offers a neighborhood resource, and local playgrounds provide outdoor play areas. The mild, often rainy climate suits year-round walks, with drier summer stretches. Link light rail and bus routes connect the area to other parts of Seattle; biking and walking are practical for nearby errands. For the Columbia City neighborhood, median rent is $1,903 per month, with a typical range of $590 to $5,125.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 4603 42nd Ave S?

    4603 42nd Ave S has a walk score of 77, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 4603 42nd Ave S?

    4603 42nd Ave S has a transit score of 57, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 4603 42nd Ave S?

    The schools assigned to 4603 42nd Ave S include Hawthorne Elementary School, Aki Kurose Middle School, and Franklin High School.

    What neighborhood is 4603 42nd Ave S in?

    4603 42nd Ave S is in the Columbia City neighborhood in Seattle, WA.

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