1907 8th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

Live in the heart of Seattle's tech corridor just a 10-minute walk to Amazon, Google, Apple, Facebook, and steps from the lakefront. This free-standing craftsman offers ~2,100 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 2 bonus rooms. Must see this charming yet modern home to truly appreciate its delight! Located on the west side of Lake Union between Downtown and Fremont. Your friends will flock to your front deck for the Gas Works Park fireworks display on the 4th of July. Easy access in all directions - I-5, Downtown, Fremont, Ballard, Queen Anne, Lake Union - all within minutes! This home has been carefully maintained, very clean, with only three long-term tenants in 13 years each having moved on to purchase their first home. General Home info - 2 BR, 3 bonus rooms - 1.5 baths - Formal living and dining rooms - Spacious kitchen with tons of storage and pantry - Private backyard patio and garden area with nice landscaping and afternoon sun - City and lake views - Dedicated parking space in front of the house Upstairs - 2 bedrooms or 1 BR and a large work-from-home office - Bathroom with a large jetted tub and skylight - Custom-designed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas range, cork flooring, and an eat-in area. - Formal living and dining rooms with coves and custom paint - Hardwoods throughout the entire level - Large front picture window with peek-a-boo views of Lake Union and a deck to take in the beautiful morning sun Finished basement - 2 bonus rooms (private guest space) - A large second living/media/gym space - 1/2 bathroom - Laundry room - Extra-large walk-in storage closet - Covered outside access from a private, fenced-in backyard - Perfect extra space for hosting guests, gym, home office, music studio, or all of the above per our previous tenants! Rental Screening Criteria - Income: Minimum gross monthly income 2.5x rent ($11,500). Roommate income may be combined. - Credit: No unpaid landlord collections, open bankruptcies, or evictions within last 7 years. Must have great credit standing. - Rental history: Positive references from previous landlords required. - Background check - Occupancy: Limit 4 unrelated occupants. Bonus rooms not listed as legal bedrooms. - Pets: Case-by-case, with additional pet deposit/pet rent. Breed restrictions may apply. Process: - Applications reviewed in order received. - The first qualified applicant offered the lease. - Move-in costs: first month's rent + security deposit ( one month's rent). Pet deposit 25% of one month's rent. All deposits are refundable except any disclosed non-refundable fees. - Installment plan for move-in costs available per Seattle law. Lease Terms 1) Rent due on the 1st of each month. 2) Lease length: 12 18 months preferred; renewals subject to state and city regulations. 3) Security deposit: Equal to one month's rent (refundable). Pet deposit capped at 25% of one month's rent. 4) Utilities: Tenant pays all utilities, including but not limited to: electricity, gas, water, sewer, garbage, internet, and cable. 5) Maintenance: Tenant responsible for basic upkeep. Owner responsible for major repairs and structural maintenance. 6) Pets: Allowed on a case-by-case basis, with pet deposit/pet rent per Seattle law. 7) Parking: Dedicated space in front of the home garage. 8) Smoking: No smoking of any kind inside the property. 9) Alterations: No alterations (painting, major fixtures, etc.) without written landlord consent. 10) Subletting/Airbnb: Not permitted without landlord's written approval. 11) Notice of increase: Any rent increase will comply with Seattle's 180-day notice requirement and Washington State's rent cap law. 12) Move-in costs: First month's rent + security deposit due at signing. Payment plan available for deposits per Seattle law. 13) Landscaping and Yard Maintenance Option 1: Tenant Responsibility - Tenant shall maintain the landscaping in a neat, clean, and safe condition, including mowing, trimming, watering, and keeping the yard free of weeds and debris. If the landscaping is not maintained to a reasonable standard (e.g., grass exceeds 6 inches, visible weed growth, or unkempt appearance), Landlord may hire a landscaping service to restore and maintain the premises at a cost of $100 per month, which shall be charged to Tenant as additional rent. Option B: Landlord Provides Service (baked into rent) - Landscaping and Yard Maintenance Landlord-Provided Service. The landlord will provide professional landscaping services (mowing, trimming, and weed control) for the property at a rate of $100 per month, which is included in the monthly rent. Tenant remains responsible for watering plants, light upkeep (such as leaf removal and basic tidying), and notifying Landlord of any irrigation or yard-related issues.