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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Reserved parking
- Vibrant neighborhood
- Pet friendly
Location
4821 Fauntleroy Way Sw, Seattle, WA 98116, USA|Fairmount Park
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Property Overview
The Thunderbird Apartments offers strong overall value with an 8.3/10 expert rating and a standout 10/10 price score, reflecting competitive pricing for its amenities and location. Residents benefit from convenient reserved parking, a vibrant neighborhood setting, and pet-friendly living supported by numerous nearby pet services, while the 8/10 amenities and 9/10 location ratings highlight its comfortable lifestyle and easy access to local attractions. A solid 7/10 trustworthiness score and a detailed photo set further help renters understand what to expect.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,595 /mo | 1 unit available | Apartment 18 is a 600 sq. ft. 1x1 The community offers easy walking distance to restaurants and local businesses, with all the conveniences of this vibrant neighborhood at your doorstep. Reserved parking is available Electric heating Water, Sewer and garbage are billed on a RUBs system Pet friendly, we do have aggressive breed restrictions. Security Deposit: $750 Application Fee: $45 *Please note that the photos and video are of a similar unit | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 700 sqft | $1,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Apartment 6 is a 700 sq. ft. 2x1 The community offers easy walking distance to restaurants and local businesses, with all the conveniences of this vibrant neighborhood at your doorstep. Reserved parking is available Electric heating Water, Sewer and garbage are billed on a RUBs system Pet friendly, we do have aggressive breed restrictions. Security Deposit: $750 Application Fee: $45 *Please note that the photos and video are of a similar unit |
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Amenities for The Thunderbird Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Spacious Floorplan |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Neighborhood
| Great Location |
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
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 28 |
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About The Thunderbird Apartments
Welcome to the Thunderbird apartments, this community is located in the Junction neighborhood of West Seattle and is walking distance to a wide variety of restaurants and businesses. At the Thunderbird, we have reserved parking, storage units, a brand new laundry facility, and a beautiful community courtyard.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Thunderbird Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Thunderbird Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Thunderbird Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Thunderbird Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Thunderbird Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Thunderbird Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Thunderbird Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
The Thunderbird 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 The Thunderbird Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Fairmount Park
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Fairmount Park.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Thunderbird Apartments to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Fairmount Park.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Fairmount Park
Seattle
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,398 |
| June 2024 | $1,396 |
| 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 | $1,376 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,349 |
| June 2024 | $1,395 |
| July 2024 | $1,349 |
| August 2024 | $1,266 |
| September 2024 | $995 |
| October 2024 | $897 |
| November 2024 | $871 |
| December 2024 | $909 |
| January 2025 | $1,034 |
| February 2025 | $1,177 |
| March 2025 | $1,038 |
| April 2025 | $1,083 |
| May 2025 | $1,137 |
| June 2025 | $1,254 |
| July 2025 | $1,292 |
| August 2025 | $1,277 |
| September 2025 | $1,325 |
| October 2025 | $1,371 |
| November 2025 | $1,330 |
| December 2025 | $1,298 |
| January 2026 | $1,269 |
| February 2026 | $1,266 |
| March 2026 | $1,293 |
| April 2026 | $1,361 |
Affordability calculator
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near The Thunderbird Apartments
Fairmount Park Elementary School
3800 sw findlay st
seattle, WA, 98126
PK, K-5Public
A-
Pathfinder School
1901 sw genesee st
seattle, WA, 98106
K-8Public
A-
Louisa Boren STEM
5950 delridge way sw
seattle, WA, 98106
PK, K-8Public
B
Bridges Transition
7201 beacon ave s
seattle, WA, 98108
PK, K-12Public
Private School Services
2445 3rd av
seattle, WA, 98124
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Seattle near 4821 Fauntleroy Way Sw
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 4821 Fauntleroy Way Sw, Seattle
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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