Looking for a place to live off-campus may seem

Looking for a place to live off-campus may seem intimidating at first, but there are
numerous housing options in the Seattle University neighborhood that may be
affordable and great places for you to live. We have assembled some information
to assist you with your search for a new home. We’re here to help!
It is important to have clear expectations on what you and your potential roommates want and need. This will make the process of finding an apartment a much
easier and enjoyable process.
When budgeting with your roommates please consider the following in your costs:
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Rent per person (the average rent in Murphy, Logan Court and Yobi is
$1170 per person per month with utilities, internet, and cable included)
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What are the cost for utilities? What is included? What is billed separately (gas, water, garbage, electric)?
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Do you want internet access? Is it included?
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Do you want cable?
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What are the parking and transportation costs?
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Is the apartment furnished?
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Do you want your own bedroom?
Contents
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Sites to help you search
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Attend a few of these workshops to improve your searching skills:
Tips for Finding and Selecting an
Apartment
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How to Find an Apartment
Advice from SU Students on Finding
an Apartment
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Fair Housing Act
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Neighborhood Rate Comparison
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Neighborhood Apartments
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Searching in the Summer
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Housing Fair
Summer Housing
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Property managers from the neighborhood will be on campus to make your search easier
Need Help?
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Thursday, April 28, Douglas Lounge 12:30PM – 2:00PM
Searching, Budgeting, and Affordable Housing
Monday, April 18 and Wednesday April 20, Douglas Lounge 12:30PM – 2:00PM
Leasing and Your Rights
The basics of leasing and your rights as a tenant
Tuesday, April 19 and Friday, April 22, Douglas Lounge 12:30PM – 2:00PM
The following are some resources for finding off-
campus spaces, as well as tips and tricks that will help
you in that process:
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https://www.padmapper.com/ This is a map
based search site. We found this one easy to use.
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http://apartments.com/ A large and traditional
apartment search engine.
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http://www.roommates.com/ This site may be
able to help you find roommates.
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https://www.google.com/maps/ Google’s answer to the map based search engine.
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http://www.apartmentfinder.com/ A large and traditional apartment search engine.
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http://www.studentrent.com/ Student focused search engine.
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http://seattlerentals.com/ Search engine focused on the Seattle area.
You may also want to check SU Community Bulletin Boards around campus!
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Call the landlords or buildings to schedule a viewing time. Calling is usually faster than emailing!
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Check the unit thoroughly inside and outside. Most property management companies will provide you with a written document of the condition of your apartment. Take pictures to document the condition of your apartment!
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If there is anything that needs to be replaced or is in poor condition, ask for necessary repairs to be made before your movein date.
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Ask for these repairs to be included in the lease agreement if the landlord agrees.
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Get everything in writing, and keep a copy for your records. This will help you in settling claims for any damages assessed
when you are ready to move out. If your landlord agrees to make additional improvements, be sure to get the promises in
writing. If it is not in writing, the landlord may not be required to follow through on agreements.
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Remember to compare the apartments carefully. Weigh the
pros and cons of each apartment in order to make the best decision.
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Do not go apartment hunting alone. It is always good to have a
second set of eyes that you trust to give input on your future apartments.
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Look at a variety of apartments. The first apartment you view
may be the best, but you should always compare to get an array of
options.
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Be aware of the apartment for rent scams on Craigslist. If it
sounds to good to be true it probably is!
Finding and moving into an apartment may take some time. You
should plan to start your search a few months before you plan to
move. If you are looking for an apartment for Fall Quarter, you will
want to start searching in April and May.
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Prepare a proposed budget for what you think your expenses will
be each month so you can realistically estimate how much you
can spend on rent and utilities while also paying for groceries and
luxury items. Don’t forget to estimate your utility, energy, and
internet bills. You may ask your landlord how much estimated
the cost for utilities.
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Do not be afraid to tell the landlord after your visit that you need
to take some time to make a decision. Don’t feel pressured into
committing to a long-term lease if you’re not entirely sure. But,
come with your checkbook prepared to make a security deposit
just in case you really like the apartment. Spaces do move quickly
in the area.
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Make a lot of calls and write a lot of emails to leasing agents and landlords. Be ready and willing to set up dates and times that you will be
able to see a unit.
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Talk to your friends. They may know of an apartment that will become available.
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When you are negotiating with leasing agents/landlords, make sure you are signing up for the lease you think you are before putting down
a security deposit. Verbally confirm and get in writing how many months your lease is for.
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The Housing Office in Campion may serve as a rental reference! Send requests to [email protected] or fax at 206-296-2212.
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Ask the landlord when the building/unit was built. Ask about energy efficiency and any renovations worth noting.
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Know your rights! Download a copy of Seattle’s Landlord-Tenant Laws. http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/cs/groups/pan/@pan/documents/
web_informational/dpdd016420.pdf
Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 as
amended, prohibits discrimination in the
sale, rental, and financing of dwellings,
and in other housing-related transactions,
based on race, color, national origin, reli-
gion, sex, familial status (including chil-
Below is a rate comparison for monthly rents in the area. Please note that this is the cost
per month for the apartment and may not reflect how much you and your roommates will
pay individually. The average rate a student pays monthly on campus in the Murphy,
Yobi, and Logan Court apartments is $1170 per moth. This includes utilities, internet, and
cable. Depending on the size of your unit and the number of roommates who share the
apartment your monthly rent may vary.
dren under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18), and disability.
If you feel an apartment manger has vio-
Type
Seattle U
Capitol Hill/
First Hill
Beacon Hill
Central District
Studio
$1182-1401
$950-$1,995
$575-$825
$977-$1,295
1 Bedroom
$1394
$1,395-$2,345
$875-$1,119
$1,200-$2,250
2 Bedroom
$2946-$4144
$2,445-$3,835
$1,000-$1,400
$1,550-$2,330
lated the Fair Housing Act, please contact
Housing so we can assist you with your
concern at 206-296-6305 or [email protected].
Below are apartments in our neighborhood where
many SU students live:
The Anthem 12: 206-624-1133. Located on 12th and
Yesler, it is 5 blocks from our SU park. http://
anthem12.com/.
Decibel: 206-324-0201. Located on 12th and Alder St,
it is 2 blocks from the south end of campus. This property is scheduled to be completed Summer 2016 and
is pre-leasing for Fall 2016. http://decibel12.com/.
The Ludlow: 206-282-5777. Located on Pike and
Boylston. It is 2 blocks away from QFC on Pike and
Broadway. [email protected].
The Rianna Apartments: 206-323-7000. Located on
810 12th Ave Seattle, WA 98122. http://www.equityapartments.com/washington/seattle-apartments/capitol-hill/rianna-apartments.aspx.
Vantage Apartments: 206-452-4228. Located two blocks south of campus at 1011 E. Terrace Street Seattle, WA 98122. http://
www.vantageoffbroadway.com/.
Viva Apartments: 855-368-5614. Located across the Fine Arts building at 1111 E. Union Street. http://vivacaphill.com.
The Barclay and Broadway: 206-588-8600 Located across Campion Hall at 412 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122. http://barclaybroadway.com.
Conference and Event Services (CES) at Seattle
University will be offering short-term housing
for students who want to come to campus in
the summer to search for housing.
More information on this program will come
out soon. To contact CES please go to https://
www.seattleu.edu/ces/. You may also call
them at 206-296-5620 to get more information and to make arrangements.
SUMMER HOUSING
If you will need long term housing for the
summer you may sign up to live on campus
for the Summer. Applications for summer
housing will be available May 11, 2016. You
may complete an application via the housing
portal at https://housing.seattleu.edu/.
Terravita: 206-508-1628. Located a few minutes away from campus. Visit their website
at http://www.terravitaseattle.com/.
The Jefferson: 206-204-8744. Located across the street from SU park at 1206 E Jefferson
Street Seattle, WA 9812. http://capitolhillhousing.org/ourproperties/buildings/jeff.php.
Hillside Apartments: 206-816-2590 Located a block off of Chardin Hall at 411 11th avenue, Seattle WA 98122. http://411hillside.blogspot.com/
Terrace View: 206-233-0275 Located 2 blocks from Chardin hall at 914 E Terrace street
Seattle WA 98122. http://www.horizonwashingtonapts.com/terraceview
Monticello: 206-340-1195 Located 4 blocks from Campion Hall at 415 Boren Avenue,
Seattle WA, 98104. http://monticello.tarragon.com/
The Broadmore: 206-643-6604 Located 5 blocks from Campion Hall at 423 Terry Ave,
First Hill, Seattle, 98104 http://www.cadencere.com/property/broadmore
Searching for an apartment may get confusing. If you are having problems and need to
talk to someone, please feel free to call and speak to someone in the Housing Office.
We may not be able to solve all of your problems, but we will listen and may be able to
give you some advice on your search! 206-296-6305 or [email protected].
We will be posting additional resources on our website soon. Stay tuned for more information that can assist you with a search for a new home. Also, don’t forget to
attend the educational programs to assist you in your search (see front page).