I'm alarmed by the tendancy of the Lyric to create questionable charges, including an attempt to…read morepass their increased insurance costs on to residents beyond what was agreed to in our leases (234 units x $15/mo = $42k/yr). When I moved out, they claimed several hours of sanding work required for repainting and were evasive about providing evidence that it actually took so long. Every lease renewal saw a giant jump in rates (9.9% one year), which we negotiated back down to sane levels. They use algorithmic pricing designed to worsen the housing crisis while maximizing their profits. They also recently decided to stop offering affordable housing units under the MFTE program. Building was frequently under repair, including elevators being out of service for months, which was incredibly difficult when my partner was recovering from knee surgery. The units, which are now finally undergoing renovation, were poorly lit with low quality fixtures like plastic track lights, vinyl flooring, and a prison shower head. The original office staff were quite unhelpful and antagonistic, prioritizing nagging residents about hallway door decorations (while simultaneously awarding prizes for holiday decorations??). This has improved with almost complete turnover in staffing. Maintenance staff have always been very responsive and helpful. Regarding Capitol Hill itself, the value of the neighborhood has really declined. If you want to pay $4,000/mo to live in walking distance of 15 boba tea shops and national fried chicken chains while ignoring the human misery all around you, go for it I guess.

First Impressions - This is a review of a tour and not as a resident. I currently live in another…read morePillar Property next to Lumen Field. It's been great experience with an amazing view but I need to be a bit closer to work and within walking distance of the rest of it. The amenities are all nice, but it's the other stuff that is more compelling. The retail space on the ground floor has the vet my elderly dog sees, B of A, and a post office. Great hair place across the street and groceries either to the north or south. The property seems to be in the middle of some upgrades to package handling and building access which sounded great. The view from the rooftop is wonderful. Donny was so kind and helpful. I appreciated the conversation to understand my needs, ask thoughtful questions, and explain options available.

Place is like a playground for adults. Paradise. Best place…read moreto live in Seattle easily. Myra was the leasing agent who sealed the deal for us Attentive, professional, warm and welcoming. She made the decision to move here not feel like a decision at all. Hands down my favorite experience touring and moving I've ever had. Thanks hunter, bob, Myra, Amara.

Improvements needed: Ownership placing value on residents and not solely on hotel guests…read more Lived here for over a year and the decline is astounding. Management is doing what they can, but has no support from ownership. They do not send out any surveys to residents on feedback. They change policies without notifications and taking away many of the reasons we originally chose to live here. They do take care of the property well and they do offer wonderful amenities, but now with more restrictions. Hotel guests ruin it for us and we will not be resigning overall. Residents have a group where they share in general- lots of residents reporting when moving out being charged for things that need repairs but are not. Thankfully some residents are putting together a case.

Beautiful property. Somewhat responsive staff. Prices are atrocious. Walkability is okay. The cafe…read moreNextdoor is convenient and yummy. Gorgeous interiors and great facility management.

I'm leaving this review as a heads up for any future tenants. For reference, I've lived here for…read morealmost three years. Overall, it's been a good experience but there are so many things that make this place not worth the price tag. Pros: Location- Great spot and walkable to so much. Tenants- good people and high probability of making friends. Young professionals, dog lovers Thick walls: I rarely hear my neighbors -- very, very rare. Aesthetics: the apartments themselves look really nice Washer/dryer: in unit and actually good quality. I've had some awful laundry units in apartments but these are legit and work well. Cons: Break ins: I am not exaggerating when I say tenants are constantly getting their bikes stolen, it's a monthly occurrence at least. (Theres bike storage in the garage for tenants ) Storage in the apartment: it's crazy how much planning did not go into the actual apartment. For example: my pantry is a closet that has zero shelves....my bedroom closet didn't have a full hanger rack when I moved in. Little things that make zero sense. Some kitchens barely have a drawer for silverware. Things that you may not notice while doing a walk thru but notice once you move in. No AC or ventilation: this is common in Seattle, I get it but please pay attention to what direction your apartment faces. I face west and live in a loft. Heat rises. It is miserable hot. It can be 70 degrees outside but 78 inside because of the lack of airflow. Even with an AC unit (these help but you better keep all the shades down and keep it running ALLLL day/night - plus depending on your setup, you may have to move furniture around to use an AC unit) The complex has AC units available to rent ... it isn't even that hot yet and it's already hard to get my bedroom (upstairs) under 72 degrees by 9pm. The complex should offer free AC units with how hot these apartments get. When it's nice/window season, you may not want to open your window because of how loud the road is. Even on the 4th floor, if you leave your balcony door/windows open, you will wake up from traffic/buses/people on 24th and 65th. It's not quiet...at all. Amenities: these have gotten better but still not great compared to what you can get at other places. They have done some work on the rooftop but it's still just fine. No gym, TVs aren't great, etc. The building itself needs new carpet/fresh paint on the walls. Look at the stairwells. Yes, I'm being picky but for the price, it should look better. As a whole, these apartments are fine but overpriced for what they are. You are paying for location and a "good looking" apartment. For the price, they should come with AC units, have more amenities, and updates in the actual building. Management and maintenance are good, I haven't had any issues there. This review isn't meant to bash BPL but give future residents a heads up and an honest expectation of what it's like to live here. I wouldn't choose an East (am sun) or West (pm sun) facing loft apartment. Seriously, too hot. I bet south facing is your best bet (less busy road, no direct sun). Lofts are cute but I'd suggest a flat. Hope this helps!

This is an apartment building with an amazing community, excellent management, kind maintenance and…read moreoffice staff, and great rooms. On my first day in the apartment, maintenance grabbed their concrete drill and drilled and helped me mount my TV on the wall. I don't know of another place that will help you drill a hole in their walls but this stood out to me as amazing. He did a great job too, no problems for the two years I was there. I wish I had time to write in detail all the amazing things about this place, Wave G (gigabit no hassle internet), workout room with full speaker wiring and Bluetooth to hook up your music, awesome package service, rooftop garden, etc The only downside is that this place is across the street from a hospital and there are occasional sirins. I would never have left this place if I didn't want to buy a condo of my own.

My wife and I have lived at the Marlborough for over seven years now. There are numerous reasons…read morefor our long residence here. The location is quite convenient, close to downtown, Capitol Hill, and the Central District. The building itself is elegant and maintenance is consistently excellent. Our one-bedroom apartment is lovely. Management is first rate: professional and very much committed to serving the residents. We highly recommend the Marlborough to anyone looking to rent near downtown.

Chooksty lives in this apartment, so I frequent here as a guest. I got broken into while here on…read morethe side street and oftentimes have homeless population peering into my car. Get a guess visitor parking pass while you are here, but watch for the structure as it is really tight in height when you enter and has sharp turns. I hate that the front desk closes early because I feel like a lot of people line up with questions and concerns only to see that no one is there to help. anyway, here is a picture of my brother and chooksty's friend for the lit rooftop party that this apartment held

I signed my lease before the building was finished and was admittedly a little nervous! As a…read moretransplant I was worried that it would be cold and lonely living in a high rise, but that is not at all the case! Not only is the building gorgeous, great details and finished, the views are amazing! Devin and the lifestyle team host amazing events each month that really help foster community in a low stress environment, and it's been nice to meet my neighbors and start to build friendships. This week we did a Halloween themed waffle bar! And though I signed my lease when Teddi and Mia the managers were running most of the show before the building opened, Ted, Natalie, and Maddie on the leasing team have done an amazing job at getting to know me! Kesha is such a friendly face to see when I come home and it's so nice that the team is there when you need help! Even my dog loves living here! I wasn't really sure if the price was worth it, but I definitely think it is! The community is flourishing, the staff is helpful and the location is amazing. The best place in Seattle to see the space needle.

I am not even sure where to begin in this review, so I will start with Sonya who is the property…read moremanager. She is highly responsive, kind, incredibly competent, and has excellent communication skills. She is engaged and efficient. She is also flexible, reasonable, and sees the solution that would best serve all parties. We all love her. The property itself is new and modern and is perfectly located. There is a Safeway on the same block and E Madison is one block away as well as 23rd so it offers major bus lines in all directions. It is far enough away from the fray of downtown to feel peaceful yet be close enough to take a 10-minute Uber or bus to be in the action. Laundy on the property. Easy street parking. All good things!

Alright, after living here for around 4 months I feel like it's time to write a review. I'm not…read moregetting anything for this review. When I looked it up on Yelp for the first time I was a bit suspicious it had such high ratings but now I know they're justified. BACKGROUND - I am a Seattle transplant. Just graduated and just moved here fresh out of college. I wanted to live somewhere affordable, convenient, nice and still close enough to where all the fun stuff was. I looked at Cap Hill and the prices were outrageous. So the I landed on NAMU from an ad on Craigslist. LOCATION - around 5-10 minute drive from downtown Seattle and downtown Capitol Hill. Close enough for a short bus ride or a cheap Uber pool. If you check on the walk score it's around high 80s and the crime rate for the area is really low. Generally, it's closer to the suburbs. It's quiet at night because of that but occasionally there will be a siren once a week or people yelling once in a blue moon. But generally, really quiet. CONVENIENCE- I live right next to Safeway and can walk there in under 30 seconds which has saved my life many times. There's also a cute plant shop downstairs if you like plants and a Dominos pizza is opening soon, there's a Vietnamese sandwich place near the Safeway as well. The Safeway is open late which is great. There's also a YMCA a block away if you want to workout nearby! APT AMENITIES - in terms of amenities it is solid given how much rent you are paying. There's a bike rack, and a nice rooftop. None of my packages have EVER been stolen from the lobby and I've see packages left there for days so everyone in the building respects that. You can pay extra for storage and the laundry machines are on the 2nd and 3rd floor, which TAKE CARD. Generally they are full on the weekends but I haven't had an issue waiting long times for laundry. There's no pool, or lounge, trash chute or gym. The only things I wish the room had: an oven, a dishwasher (I just do my dishes by hand), and a closet. But I've adjusted. If you need these things to survive, consider that before you move in or if you have a ton of stuff / furniture / clothes because it likely won't fit. NOISE - Honestly, I'm assuming the insulation is top notch because I've heard my neighbors maybe once. ROOMS - The apartment was made in 2015 or something. I moved in 2017 and was the second tenant ever! The rooms are small, around 250-300sqft but I have enough room for a full-size bed, a queen size futon, a wardrobe hanger, and a small dining table and a bookshelf and no issues. It's a perfect studio for a single person and more than enough room to be comfy. Note there isn't a closet though so you'll have to make do with a buy your own closet thing. I really appreciate the mini fridge as it is honestly big enough for one person and since I live by Safeway I never really needed too much space anyway. The bathrooms are clean and modern and there's a big window too which is really nice in the mornings. LANDLADY / MAINTENANCE - This is what prompted me to write this review. The landlady, Sonya, has been nothing but incredible and responsive. She texts back almost immediately and even helped me once when I locked myself out of my room at midnight, and helped me get a package when I accidentally locked it. She's very thoughtful and kind and honestly I never knew how awesome thanks would be to have a great landlady until I met her! She also schedules maintenance once you report a problem to her. The maintenance guy, Mike, lives in the complex and shows up right on time to help fix your issues and is polite and nice. There was an incident where our hot water heater stopped working for around a day and Sonya immediately notified all the residents on the situation and provided suggestions for other solutions. And she even decorated the front door and lobby with a Christmas tree for the holidays!! Tldr - This is a great place to live if you're moving to Seattle as a single person. The rooms are "small" but modern, clean, and more than enough space for a studio. The facilities are brand new, and the landlady is awesome. The rent is affordable and I've I'm very happy living here and feel safe.

I had such a wonderful experience when visiting the Century-- I truly can't say enough great things…read moreabout Breail! Her energy was warm, welcoming, and attentive. The tour she gave was thorough and thoughtful, and you can tell she really cares about what she does. On top of that, the building itself is absolutely beautiful. It's well-maintained, clean, and has such a great overall atmosphere. Everything feels modern and inviting, and it's clear a lot of care goes into keeping it that way. Ultimately, I decided not to move to Seattle, but Century would've been where I signed if I did.

The location and building quality is unbeatable! Onsite office and maintenance and everything I…read moreneed help with can be done on their resident app.

Moving into a new building can be a headache, but the team at AMLI Arc has made the transition…read moreseamless. First, a huge shoutout to the leasing managers and concierge team. They are truly amazing--professional, welcoming, and incredibly proactive in making sure every detail was handled for my move-in. They set a high bar for service the moment you walk through the door. I also want to specifically recognize Ashish from the maintenance team. He is exceptional. He helped us fix multiple issues we encountered and was incredibly knowledgeable and efficient. He's a great guy who clearly takes pride in his work. If you're looking for a building where the staff actually cares and goes above and beyond, this is it. Highly recommend to anyone moving to the area, especially fellow Amazonians looking for a smooth experience!

I have lived in various luxury high-rise apartments and condos across the country for the past…read moredecade, and the maintenance team at AMLI is the most responsive, efficient, and communicative of them all. I feel very grateful to have the support of Ashish and his team.

The absolute BEST apartments in Belltown!…read more This place is a hidden gem. Unlike nearby condos, it doesn't really do major advertising - I actually found it while clicking on random buildings on Google Maps! The location is incredible - close to the Space Needle and bars, but just far enough to still enjoy quiet nights. Plus, the prices are VERY competitive compared to other places nearby. Oliver from the front office is incredibly friendly and helpful. I wasn't going to be able to view the available units in person, and he sent me a very well taken, detailed video of the interior. He answered all my questions and really made sure that my moves, both in and out, were extremely smooth. Maintenance was also prompt and always made sure that everything was fixed within 1-2 business days! Now for the apartment itself - it was much larger than any other options nearby, and it was really nice! The unit looked a bit old but clean and functional in the video, but I was wrong... it wasn't old at all! The apartment was MUCH newer, brighter, and more updated than I anticipated - the best kind of surprise. I rarely ever heard my neighbors, always had power, and I especially loved that I had a massive pantry in the kitchen. My balcony faced 4th Ave, which leads directly to the Space Needle. Although I couldn't see the Needle from my windows, I never had to leave my apartment for any parades - they always started at the Seattle Center and went directly on the street below. The amenities it had were really nice - from the clubhouse to the gym. Both were clean, easy to access, and very updated. I especially loved that you didn't need to pay to book the clubhouse for personal events, as it made hosting larger groups for meals a lot easier! I was truly heartbroken to leave Sidney when work relocated me to Texas. It's a wonderful complex, and I highly, HIGHLY recommend!! If I ever move back, you know where I'll be living.

This was one of the best apartment living experiences I've ever had, which, as you can see based on…read morethe majority of the reviews here, is generally the case for most. My apartment faced North and had a great view of the Space Needle. It was a quiet and quaint little studio that, upon move-in, was in great condition. I rarely ever had any maintenance issues, but if I did, they were addressed accordingly and in a timely manner. The Sidney is close to so many restaurants and shops and in fact, on the first floor, is Uptown Espresso. A cute little coffee shop that I would just walk down to every morning. Super convenient! The staff is what stands out about this building the most. The Property Manager is one of the best I've ever encountered. Always helpful and happy to assist. This type of management style has obviously transferred down from the manager, as the maintenance and leasing personnel are just as friendly and helpful. Overall, a wonderful living experience!

I absolutely love living at Westlake Steps Apartments! The entire team goes above and beyond to…read moremake this community feel like home. Manager Brandon and Assistant Manager Jon are always professional, attentive, and quick to help with any questions. Grace and Marena in the leasing office make every interaction welcoming and easy. The maintenance team is truly outstanding -- Dan, Ikaika, Rashid, Tallen, and Bao keep the property in top shape and always respond quickly to any requests. You can tell they really care about the residents and the community. The location is unbeatable, and the amenities are fantastic. Overall, Westlake Steps is a wonderful place to live, thanks to the amazing team that makes it all possible! Also HUGE shoutout to the team for updating our gym!

Words cannot describe how welcoming all the staff is, I'm an adult but sometimes going into tour…read moreplaces I still feel out of place but just the welcoming atmosphere was amazing which while looking for other apartments I can't say I always experienced. Grace was a sweetheart, so funny, made the process of looking to move easier, and the communication was always attentive, and fast. Something about filling documents out and dealing with applying for apartments has always felt stressful and most of the time felt like a back and forth x10 interaction but just after a day most of it was gone, we got approved so quick, and all our answers were answered. Regardless of how many we asked Grace was patient and never made us feel as though we asked too much. Where you live does matter but I've come to learn the apartments can be really nice, perfect location and management really does make the difference whether it's good or bad. I know Westlake Steps will feel like home and be a good place to live thanks to Grace we can relax and only worry about packing boxes. Again thank you to literally everyone here !