over priced and always broken. broken gym broken elevator broke garage what on gods green earth am…read morei paying for the view?? ... hell no. a fine apartment complex if your okay overpaying for nothing. love the sqft of my domicile when the power is on. only benefit it's my apt is larger around 1,000 sqft but yeah, right now I am overpaying for no amenities as well as an overpriced pet rent and an email at least once a week something in the building is broken or out of service A good apartment for a rich kid meaning someone who gets their money for free and doesn't need to do research because they just pay anyway

Used to be an OK building, but the new property manager Mesha is terrible: arrogant, dishonest, and…read moreprefers threats over communication. The building might look alright from the outside, but they will bite you hard on your way out. 1. Opaque and questionable utility billing, unresponsive management, and corporate threats The utility billing is questionable and highly opaque. I was hit with over $500 for water, sewer, and trash, plus my share of common area electricity, within a span of 18 days after moving out, with what appears to be three rounds of monthly utility billings crammed into a single month. None of these charges came with any dates. When I asked for the exact service periods and their calculations to verify these charges, they ignored my emails and the corporate office immediately threatened collections instead of providing any information. I asked the leasing office over and over for the documentation they are legally required to provide so I would at least know what I was paying for, but their property manager Mesha has been extremely unprofessional: she simply would not respond to emails or answer calls. 2. Questionable move-out inspection process They used two conflicting move-out inspection reports to add numerous unreasonable charges. After living here for 5 years and leaving the unit in as good condition as it could possibly be, they used threats to shift their normal unit turnover costs to me. I already did an in-person move-out inspection with their maintenance staff, and the inspection report noted only needing touch-up paint in a few places, which we both signed. Later they came up with an entirely different report alleging damages, and they used that as the basis to charge me for numerous repairs and cleaning. 3. Bug infestation As other reviews have pointed out, bug infestation was a constant problem in my unit: lots of silverfish, centipedes crawling on the floor, flies coming out of bathroom drains every spring and summer, and ants inside digging through the trash can. There were always flies hovering around the building and in the hallway, probably because they let giant garbage dumpsters sit right next to the building entrance with garbage juice flowing everywhere. If you live here, be prepared to be charged excessive fees with no transparency, and don't be surprised if they demand even more money after taking away your entire security deposit, all while constantly threatening you.

I've known Susan for a few years. She originally hired me to photograph a few properties for her…read moreand has been an nice advocate for my real estate photography. When I decided it was time to sell my rental condo, I could think of no one else I wanted representing my interests. She digs hard through a TON of information to keep me informed ALL along the way. I was SO relieved and happy when she took complete control of actually helping schedule a few repairs too while I was at work and otherwise unavailable. That by itself should tell you just how dedicated she was. My condo was not a HUGE sale, but she treated me and my property like they were just like any other million dollar home. Thank you Susan!

Love Susan! Best real estate agent ever. Super knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend her to…read moreanyone.

Coldwell Banker Danforth has provided amazing support to me and my clients over the last year. I'm…read moreproud to partner with them to provide superior services to home buyers and sellers.

We hired Tom and Karen Jurewicz to help us sell our home and buy a new one. There were many issues…read morethat cropped up in both the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new one, and Tom and Karen J did an excellent job helping us through the process. They staged our home beautifully, and the first home they showed us was the one we bought. They worked extremely hard and were highly knowledgeable. Hire them!

I recently met with Katie Mandell, a property manager with Maple Leaf, to view a townhome in…read moreSeattle. She was responsive and accommodating while scheduling the viewing. When we toured the unit, she was very knowledgeable about the property and its history, and answered all my questions regarding the rental terms and application process. Katie was extremely kind, personable, and professional, and gave me the strong sense that she and the company she represents are trustworthy and sincere. The townhome was great, but unfortunately, another applicant applied for the unit the night before we met, so the timing didn't work out. After we toured the property, Katie was kind enough to show me another home nearby, and went above and beyond, by searching for other properties in the area managed by Maple Leaf. I decided to not move at this time, but am grateful for all of Katie's help and hope to work with her and Maple Leaf Property Management in the future.

Horrible experience! ZERO stars. I would never rent with them again. Maple Leaf is the property…read moremanagement equivalent of predatory house flippers. When I moved in I told them there was a hole in the outside wall, near the kitchen window. For the next 1.5 years I told them and they had their own inspectors take pictures of it. Despite this, they only made a move to fix it once I reported them to the city. The whole time I lived there I was told that all of my things molding was my fault (including 2 beds!). I was told to leave my cupboard doors and drawers open to prevent mildew in the kitchen. The dehumidifier I requested would fill up at the end of each day. When they finally opened the wall to fix the hole, there was black/wet insulation and they had to replace half of the kitchen's 2x4's, and the workers found another hole with earth worms living in the kitchen under the dishwasher. Despite having 5 different workers out to deal with the hole and earth worms, this was never fixed by the time I moved out. And then, 2 weeks before I moved out there was water dripping out of the bathroom ceiling fan. They opened it up to find a leak that had to be going on for at least a year because the insulation was again black and the wood was moldy. They did not fix this before I moved out. I just had to live with a hole in the ceiling above the shower... Then they illegally withheld $750 from my deposit. They didn't follow the law by detailing the reasons for withholding this amount. They simply printed out a screenshot of text messages with their handyman giving an estimate on two projects. Thankfully I was able to recover the deposit since they do not know the law or how to do their jobs. There is so much more, but this should suffice as a warning. Lastly, their own employees bad mouth each other. Highly unprofessional and shows the do not even follow basic respect standards. Disgusting, gaslighting, lying, and incompetent company. Steer clear!

As a first time homebuyer I was extremely nervous starting this process. Although I was matched…read morewith Marisa through Redfin, by the end she felt like part of the family! She was so thoughtful and knowledgeable about the process, market and things I should be considering. I honestly cannot imagine going through my home purchase without her and she will 100% be my go to in the future. Thanks, Marisa!

It was a good experience of hunting a new first home with my agent, Marisa. Starting from looking…read moreat different apartments to making an offer, Marisa has always been very responsive and kept track on every steps. She encouraged me to make an offer to an apartment that I like (but not the price) and finally I got the apartment with a price within my budget. As a first new home buyer, I questioned on every single details, and Marisa did try her best to explain or help me get answered. it'd be prefect if she could be more informative. But she is definitely professional with a nice personality. She is a very nice agent to work with.

Virginia is the real estate agent that makes you forget there are other agents out there. After…read moremeeting her and working with her closely for buying my first home, I couldn't have worked with a more qualified agent. As a first time buyer, I needed help navigating the process and all the legal terms. It was a big financial decision, and Virginia was there with me every step of the way. She answered all my questions and helped me truly understand the process. She went out of her way to help me break down all the listings and look at them with the pros and cons. Virginia even went through the HOA meeting minutes to help identify any red flags prior to purchasing. She helped me avoid buying a property that was going to need significant and costly repairs to the roof that would have made the place unaffordable for me. Ultimately, Virginia didn't "sell" me a house. She listened to my needs and took the time to get to know me as a buyer so she could help me find the house that was the best fit for me and my life. Thanks for all you have done and I look forward to working with you again whether it is for my next real estate transaction or for a family/friend.

I just don't have enough words to describe excellent work Virginia did for my closing. I had a lot…read moreof problems in my approval and Virginia made each and every effort to get it passed. It did take a long time for me to get an approval but I did get it. I got the best rate in the market. I will definitely recommend her.

David represented us as buyer. I can't say enough about his expertise in the the real estate…read moreindustry...I felt very fortunate to have had David & Justin in this very fast pace market. In a severe sellers market, he executed flawless and there's no doubt he saved us thousands! His negotiating skills are second to none and I was amazed at the concessions he negotiated on our behalf. He was always prepared and had the answers to every question before I asked. He's very detailed oriented and ensures all deadlines and deliverables are complete and met throughout every step of the process. His communication skills are excellent and never left us wondering where we were at in the deal. Even after the close he has checked in several times to make sure all items were closed satisfactory. Thanks David & Justin you were GREAT! We absolutely love our new home!

I recently used HouseVentures as a buyer's agent for a new house for my wife and I. From the very…read morefirst meeting, David and Justin were extremely professional, courteous, and funny. They took the time to really understand what our needs were and were able to provide reality checks about the current housing market when needed. They have a great understanding of the Greater Seattle region and they personalize their service to suit your needs. Their communication is top-notch and there were often times when David would ask questions to the builder, lender, and others for issues I never even thought to ask about. Even in this seller's market, they worked tirelessly to find us the home of our dreams and I felt confident purchasing knowing they had my back. I highly recommend David and Justin's services to any potential home buyers.

You can not have a better home buying experience than with Krisanne and Kerstin. My husband and I…read moremade a slow transition up to Seattle (amidst one of the biggest real estate bubbles known to man) from San Francisco, so we had the pleasure of working with both Krisanne and Kerstin, who helped guide us through the crazy market. The searching. I have recommended these ladies to everyone I know because they truly listen to the needs of their clients and don't pressure you to commit to anything that isn't an actual good fit for your family. They genuinely love properties and get excited by any direction you want to go. My husband and I really didn't know what kind of property would best fit our lifestyle, and K&K were both willing to investigate and dream with us, but also give really concrete wisdom. By the end, I felt like they knew my taste better than I did and could help me envision a home that has turned out just perfectly for us. The offer. Being first time homebuyers, we needed a tremendous amount of hand-holding while we made our initial offer and pulled together the details of our first mortgage. Krisanne and Kerstin acted as if they had all the time in the world to walk us through questions we had, help put us in touch with reliable local contacts, and sanity-check us on when to jump in versus when prices or terms were unnaturally driven by trends in the market. The purchase. Krisanne and Kerstin felt like family by the time we closed on our house. They were as excited as we were and worked side-by-side with us to finalize all the details and make sure that everything was fair and that we felt 100% confident with our purchase. I was initially hesitant to "pull the trigger" on a house, but thanks to their attentiveness, their actual love of what they do and desire to learn the people that they work with, we ended up making the best decision possible. Spend time searching for your perfect house-- you've already found your perfect real estate agents.

Krisanne is absolutely as good as it gets!!…read more I bought a house in Seattle (well Lynnwood) in 2009, thinking I was there for a long haul. By the end of 2010, I had to relocate out of state for work and the house was worth much less than what I owed. I turned it into a rental and had great tenants but the rent didn't cover the mortgage so I decided to go down the path of a short-sale. Krisanne spearheaded the entire effort for me, working with the bank, my property manager, my tenants and potential buyers. She made the entire convoluted process of the short-sale more manageable and stuck with it throughout the process. She stayed on top of the paperwork for me and just really took charge of the situation, which was a boon for me being out of state and not able to dedicate a lot of phone time to the efforts. She was also the person that helped me buy my house and as a buyer's agent, she is an excellent resource and full of knowledge of the Seattle market and the neighborhoods. She's realistic and down to earth on her approach, not trying to be pushy or rush you into a purchase that doesn't meet your needs, just to make a sale. I recommend her if you're buying, selling or just looking at rentals on the way to buying. If I ever end up moving out the way again, I would not hesitate to contact her. Although with all the work she had to do for me, she may not want me as a client again... Thanks Krisanne for sticking with me through all of this!

Dave Ralston is nothing short of exemplary at his job. I was a first time home buyer and no matter…read morehow much you prepare on all the the things you need to know to buy a house, you'll never know them all. But that is why you need someone on your team like Dave. His extensive background in home construction services really helped bring dollars and realities into my viewings of homes. He always let me get excited about architectural features while making sure he pointed out all the potentially tricky bits that might cause more money later after purchase. Buying a house isn't all just dollars and lists either. So much of buying a house is really about buying a HOME and Dave is there to listen the entire time. Basically he takes care of you the whole time and can also be a shrew agent when it comes to getting you the best price. I am happy to say he did help me close on a house over a year ago now and I could not be happier. But working with him goes well beyond the buying interaction. Dave and his partners have consistently followed up both via call and by mail with thoughtful gifts to make sure everything is running smoothly. I have received a Home Depot gift card (which every homeowner knows you'll spend every weekend there the first year), and just yesterday, a year and half after purchase, I got a card that offered me a free 4" herb plant from Swanson's on behalf of Dave and his partners. How sweet! So if you are a first time home buyer, Dave is THE person who is going to help you get through it.

If only there were more stars on this rating chart. The short version review: 1. Dave would do…read moreeverything in his power to get you the best price/deal 2. He is probably the most responsive agent out there. If he didn't answer the call or text right away, he would get back to you within hours if not minutes. I was even calling him at 9 pm once. 3. Dave genuinely looking out for his clients (who he treats like his friends) for any pitfalls or contract issues My wife and I first met Dave back in 2013. Right away, we knew he is different than other agents we have met. Instead asking how much money we had or driving us around town aimlessly for house shopping, Dave set us down and asked about our expectations and goals. By the time we were ready to purchase a house at 2014, we went back to Dave. (at that point, we already had three unpleasant experience with real estate agents.) It took my wife and I almost 4 months to find the right house (during that time, we even had Dave made an offer contract for a potential house at almost 10 pm, which we cancelled in the end), but Dave was really patient with us the whole time. The lender actually caused us the most trouble throughout the entire home buying experience, which ended up delaying the closing date up to 2 weeks. The builder (the house was a brand new construction) was not very understanding and insisted on the late fee per day, which ended up around $1500 on top of closing cost. Dave felt that this is the perfect house for my family, and paid the fee out of his pocket. Tell me where you can find an agent like that? we didn't just buy a beautiful home through Dave, but we also met a wonderful friend.