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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Sleek finishes
  • Utilities included
  • Convenient on-site laundry
  • Stunning city views
  • Smoke-free environment

Location

1624 Boren Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA|Central Business District
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Management

Bellwether Housing

Leasing office

(564) 213-8054

Open 

8:30 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Olive Tower achieves a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8, expertly balancing price and value with a perfect price rating of 10 and top-tier amenities rating of 10, showcasing impressive features such as spacious apartments and stunning city views. Residents enjoy an exceptional location, rated 9 out of 10, with convenient access to transportation and a vibrant social landscape, while the property's trustworthiness rating of 7 reflects a commitment to transparency. The building is particularly favorable for fitness, remote work, environmental sustainability, and social life, offering numerous nearby facilities and amenities.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Olive Tower is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Olive Tower has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Studio A - 50% AMIStudio1 bath225 sqft$999–$1,178 /mo2 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.
Studio B - 80% AMIStudio1 bath375 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.

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Amenities for Olive Tower

Apartment Amenities

CarpetHard Surface Countertops
Large Walk-in ClosetOpen Floor Plans
Utilities IncludedView
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

Electric Stove and RangeRefrigerator

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Historic BuildingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
GateSmoke Free Community
Storage

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$475

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

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About Olive Tower

HomeApartments in SeattleCentral Business District Olive Tower

Welcome to Olive Tower, where modern living meets historic charm in the heart of Seattle. Our community offers spacious, thoughtfully designed apartments with stunning city views, sleek finishes, and a variety of amenities that make life easy and comfortable. Enjoy convenient on-site laundry, secure access, and parking options, all while being just moments away from vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment. With utilities included and a smoke-free environment, Olive Tower is the perfect place to call home. Explore your new lifestyle with us today!


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.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Olive Tower is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Olive Tower has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Olive Tower
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Olive Tower is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Central Business District. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
Olive Tower stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Olive Tower 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 Olive Tower 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.
Olive Tower 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.

Olive Tower is great for:

Social life

  • 1306 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 1558 mixed-use spaces nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 24 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 37 internet service provider options nearby

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 211 parks within a mile

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 Olive Tower compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Central Business District

Studio apartments at Olive Tower cost about 43% less than the average rent price for studios in Central Business District.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Central Business District
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
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
November 2025$1,374
December 2025$1,382
January 2026$1,352
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,921
March 2024$1,992
April 2024$1,884
May 2024$1,829
June 2024$1,989
July 2024$2,003
August 2024$2,087
September 2024$1,990
October 2024$1,897
November 2024$2,036
December 2024$2,021
January 2025$2,112
February 2025$2,006
March 2025$2,038
April 2025$2,018
May 2025$2,021
June 2025$2,009
July 2025$2,070
August 2025$2,005
September 2025$1,903
October 2025$1,770
November 2025$1,794
December 2025$1,880
January 2026$1,956

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-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 $44,980 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,124.
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Schools near Olive Tower

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public

Lowell Elementary School

1058 e mercer st

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-5Public
B

Queen Anne Elementary School

411 boston st

seattle, WA, 98109

K-5Public
A-

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

2919 1st ave west

seattle, WA, 98119

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Central Business District | Seattle, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Seattle near 1624 Boren Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1624 Boren Ave, Seattle

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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Pike Grocery
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City Market
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Pine Food Store
701 E Pine St
Han's Deli & Grocery
801 Seneca St
Whole Foods Market
2210 Westlake Ave

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