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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Reserved parking
- Pet friendly
Location
4821 Fauntleroy Way Sw, Seattle, WA 98116, USA|Fairmount Park
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Property Overview
The Thunderbird Apartments receive a strong overall rating of 8.5 from Zumper, reflecting its excellent value and competitive pricing. With a 9 out of 10 for amenities and location, residents enjoy a high standard of living along with reserved parking and pet-friendly options. Additionally, this property ranks in the 80.77 percentile for value for money and is conveniently located just 0.47 miles from a top-rated elementary school.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,545 /mo | 1 unit available | Apartment 23 is a 600 sq. ft. 1x1 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
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 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·9A 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.
The Thunderbird Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Thunderbird Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
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.
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
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Fairmount Park
1-bedroom apartments at The Thunderbird Apartments cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fairmount Park.
Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Fairmount Park
Seattle
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,435 |
| December 2023 | $1,405 |
| January 2024 | $1,395 |
| February 2024 | $1,381 |
| March 2024 | $1,393 |
| April 2024 | $1,395 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $984 |
| December 2023 | $950 |
| January 2024 | $923 |
| February 2024 | $950 |
| March 2024 | $1,166 |
| April 2024 | $1,365 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 4821 Fauntleroy Way Sw?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,545.
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Schools near The Thunderbird Apartments
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
Private School Services
2445 3rd av
seattle, WA, 98124
PK, K-12Public
Orca K-8 School
5215 46 ave s
seattle, WA, 98118
K-8Public
B
South Shore Pk-8 School
4800 s henderson st
seattle, WA, 98118
PK, K-8Public
B
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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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