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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Balcony
- Spacious floor plans
- Clean and quiet community
Location
6549 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA 98136, USA|Gatewood
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Property Overview
West 8 Apartments garners an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9, reflecting a strong overall quality and value. With competitive pricing and a perfect 10 for price rating, it stands out in its market. The property features spacious floor plans, balconies, and a clean, quiet community, complemented by a high location rating of 9, ensuring easy access to essential amenities and schools, making it a noteworthy choice for prospective renters.
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Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $1,650 /mo | 1 unit available | Schedule A Tour With Us! Online Calendar: https showmojo com d48a6470b6 l p 19877 Call/Text: (206)737-1928 **1 Month Free!** **Construction occurring in back of building - 4 Townhomes* -Parking $100 -Storage $20 Utilities: - W/S/T/Gas: $85 for 1 Person $140 for 2 Person - Internet: Centurylink & Comcast - Resident Responsible - Electricity (Seattle City Light) & Internet – Resident Responsible Move In Costs: - Application fee: $50 - Credit Score: 650 min. - Refundable Security Deposit: $1000 - Pet $50 per pet (2 Max, Breed Restrictions) & $300 Pet Deposit |
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Amenities for West 8 Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About West 8 Apartments
Welcome to West 8 Apartments! A small boutique community 1 mile away from the water and close to your favorite California Ave amenities. We are directly across the street from Thriftway Groceries making shopping convenient and easy. All units have spacious floor plans for comfortable living and lots of natural light. We take pride in a clean and quiet community and welcome you to make your home here! -Studio, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms -W/D In Select Units -Balcony -Parking $100 -Storage $20 Utilities: - W/S/T/Gas: $85/person - Internet: Centurylink & Comcast - Resident Responsible - Electricity (Seattle City Light) & Internet – Resident Responsible Move In Costs: - Application fee: $50 - Credit Score: 650 min. - Refundable Security Deposit: $1000 - Pet $50 per pet (2 Max, Breed Restrictions) & $300 Pet Deposit
West 8 Apartments is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How West 8 Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Gatewood
1-bedroom apartments at West 8 Apartments cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Gatewood.
Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Gatewood
Seattle
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,397 |
| July 2024 | $1,425 |
| August 2024 | $1,419 |
| September 2024 | $1,398 |
| October 2024 | $1,386 |
| November 2024 | $1,384 |
| December 2024 | $1,392 |
| January 2025 | $1,395 |
| February 2025 | $1,376 |
| March 2025 | $1,387 |
| April 2025 | $1,395 |
| May 2025 | $1,395 |
| June 2025 | $1,396 |
| July 2025 | $1,396 |
| August 2025 | $1,400 |
| September 2025 | $1,397 |
| October 2025 | $1,392 |
| November 2025 | $1,374 |
| December 2025 | $1,382 |
| January 2026 | $1,352 |
| February 2026 | $1,363 |
| March 2026 | $1,379 |
| April 2026 | $1,373 |
| May 2026 | $1,383 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $1,495 |
| February 2026 | $1,495 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near West 8 Apartments
Gatewood Elementary School
4320 sw myrtle st
seattle, WA, 98136
K-5Public
A-
Louisa Boren STEM
5950 delridge way sw
seattle, WA, 98106
PK, K-8Public
B
Pathfinder School
1901 sw genesee st
seattle, WA, 98106
K-8Public
A-
Bridges Transition
7201 beacon ave s
seattle, WA, 98108
PK, K-12Public
Orca K-8 School
5215 46 ave s
seattle, WA, 98118
K-8Public
B
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Getting around Seattle near 6549 California Ave Sw
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 6549 California Ave Sw, Seattle
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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