Rent Suggestions - Single - Late 20s - 1B-1Br under 1.7K/mo (Seattle: apartments, homes)

[JoeMart]

Hello Seattle,

I received a job offer from a local company near Boeing Field and I'm looking for recommendations for a 1B_1Br furnished apartment (a studio might be an option too) within 20 minutes (driving) of Boeing Field.

I am single, no pets, and I'm willing to spend up to 2k a month for an ideal place but preferably around 1.7k.
So an ideal place will be a relatively modern apartment (late 80s-90s), safe and quiet neighborhood, good parking situation, plenty of nearby stores
Patio/balcony is a plus

I've done some research and prices swing wildly around that 20min radius so I'm open to any and all recommendations on what areas to avoid and what areas to look for.

Thank you for your time!


-J

[robrath]

Kent and Auburn may be your best bet for a cheaper apartment. Areas around SeaTac are not very safe but may be cheap(er). If you are working for Boeing, check with your future coworkers to see if they know of any moves within the company to move your work group to a different site. I know someone that worked near Boeing field and lived nearby, then Boeing moved their office to Everett and their 15 min commute turned into a daily nightmare that can only be avoided by going into work at 6AM.

[homesinseattle]

Hey Joe! West Seattle is great if you can afford it. Living toward the south end of it (Endolyne, Fauntleroy area) can be a little more affordable and would let you slide across White Center to Boeing Field without messing with the West Seattle Bridge.

[Hemlock140]

The Landing in Renton is close, and the apartments start below and within your range, are fairly new, but are not furnished. With the traffic in the area getting to Boeing Field, you may be better off renting furniture and living as close as possible. The Landing also has retail, a theater and restaurants.

[Ruth4Truth]

Look at Burien, too.

[hellopity]

If you choose West Seattle, agree with staying closer to south/White Center to avoid WSB. That area is still slightly sketch, so visit before you decide.

I will add Columbia City, Beacon Hill, and maybe even around Seward Park. 1.7k-2k is a decent amount to work with especially south of I-90. The best part - no bridges to cross. Good luck!

[leastprime]

Rather than chose a single place studio or 1bdrm. Look for shared housing of 1-6 months, so that you can evaluate locations and the job, better.
So are you on the Boeing side or the King County side of the airport?

[homesinseattle]

I agree Ruth. Columbia City is vibrant and fantastic but pretty expensive these days, the OP might be able to pull it off with a smaller or less modern unit. Although there are somewhat limited housing options, Georgetown is a great place too and should be added to this poster's list. That would be a super commute fit to Boeing Field. Burien (especially near the shops and cafes of Olde Burien) is a good place to live but can be rather sedate.

It is worth pointing out that the Endolyne/Fauntleroy area of West Seattle is geographically separate from White Center. White Center, by the way, is transforming pretty rapidly but still maintains "authenticity": little artists' workshops, hole in the wall ethnic eateries. It can be a bit rough around the edges but would probably seem pretty tame if the poster is coming from another large urban area in the US.

[Ruth4Truth]

Originally Posted by homesinseattle

I agree Ruth. Columbia City is vibrant and fantastic but pretty expensive these days, the OP might be able to pull it off with a smaller or less modern unit. Although there are somewhat limited housing options, Georgetown is a great place too and should be added to this poster's list. That would be a super commute fit to Boeing Field. Burien (especially near the shops and cafes of Olde Burien) is a good place to live but can be rather sedate.

It is worth pointing out that the Endolyne/Fauntleroy area of West Seattle is geographically separate from White Center. White Center, by the way, is transforming pretty rapidly but still maintains "authenticity": little artists' workshops, hole in the wall ethnic eateries. It can be a bit rough around the edges but would probably seem pretty tame if the poster is coming from another large urban area in the US.

That's what my friend in W Seattle says; White Ctr--no way. And I've seen it posted here that a good rule of thumb is to stay on the west side of 35th.

[hellopity]

Agree with Ruth. Is "authentic" the new "cozy"? Just kidding... :-) Definitely check out these neighborhoods before you decide.