842 NW 65th St, Seattle, WA 98117

$2,600 2 bedroom / 1 bath 900+ ft. - 1922 Classic Brick Vintage Duplex, completely renovated with stainless appliances and granite counter-tops (Ballard) This building was once a 1922 corner store in Ballard; it has been converted into a duplex. The western unit (842 NW 65th St. Seattle WA 98117) can be available as soon as April 15th. This unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and an open concept living/dining/kitchen that has a loft style feel with 10ft+ ceilings & the original concrete floors that have been polished. This unit also boasts high end finishes such as: birch custom cabinets, black granite counter tops and all stainless-steel appliances. The unit is equipped with a full size (energy star) stacked front load washer & dryer. Additionally, the energy efficient heat pump has an air-conditioner for those rare Seattle hot summer days! Location: Conveniently located in a micro-center of Ballard that offers walk-ability, transit & bike lanes. The unit is near bus lines (for easy downtown commuting), and is in within walking distance of restaurants (Delancey Pizza, Essex, Ginger & Scallion, Blue Glass, Stumbletown 'aka Joli', Shark Bite Ceviche, and The Barking Dog), bars (The Dray, Tin Hat, and Molly Maguire's), and espresso, pastries, breakfast/brunch at (Cafe Bambino, Rossellini's 'aka Honore' Artisian Bakery, and A Lambs Quandary, and Chocolate Vitale), and a couple of markets (Mainstay & Take 5 Market). Exterior Amenities: The building is a beautifully restored, brick duplex that offers the old world charm of the original 1922 Ballard corner store without sacrificing the modern amenities lacking in many vintage buildings. The unit has a South facing front door entrance on NW 65th and, through a shared fenced back yard, a common entry door that leads to each unit's private back door. The backyard is fully fenced & features a brick retaining wall that provides a raised garden bed/seating area as well as having a grass area for relaxing. Interior Amenities: Everything in the interior was completely redone in 2012. The large double-pane windows feature up/down cellular shades in the living dining space. In the kitchen you will find Energy Star Whirlpool Stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, microwave, stove, and dishwasher), custom built tall birch cabinetry, under-counter lighting and granite counter-tops all on the original 1922 polished concrete floors! The full bath features a subway tile bath surround and a modern sink with storage. The bedrooms have bamboo flooring, lighted closets and two inch slat-shades for light control. The larger bedroom has room enough for a king size bed with bedside tables, it also has a double door closet and still enough room for a dresser or two. The buildings complete remodel included abundant power outlets and multiple cable outlets in both bedrooms & living area. Additional Amenities: There is a security system whose monthly bill is included. This system is monitored by Frontpoint Security and includes a wireless system installed on all doors, and windows. This system has an app. that allows access to monitor all features with your smart phone. Garbage, water, and lawn care are provided (electricity and cable are not). In the summer you will be cool and in the winter warm with multi-zone heat pumps installed providing extremely efficient heating and air-conditioning in this well insulated building. Pets: No dogs, but cats are permitted ($10 per month for each animal as pet rent). One year lease, no smoking. Owner pays for water, sewer, and garbage. Tenant responsible for electricity & cable.