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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz countertops
  • Oversized windows
  • Recently renovated
  • Brand new plank flooring
  • Virtual tour

Location

520 Summit Avenue East, Seattle, Washington 98102, United States|Broadway
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Management

Redside Partners LLC

Leasing office

(206) 739-0934

Property Overview

The property in Dakar garners a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its excellent overall quality, competitive pricing, and impressive amenities, which include modern finishes and upgraded features. Its prime location enhances the allure, with numerous restaurants, cultural centers, and social hubs nearby, allowing for a vibrant lifestyle. The trustworthiness and transparency of the property management further solidify its status as a top choice for prospective renters seeking an enriched living experience.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Dakar is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Dakar has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elevator
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

One Bedroom (Fully Renovated)1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,685 /mo1 unit availableThis recently renovated one-bedroom apartment features brand new plank flooring and fresh paint throughout. The kitchen features full-size black/stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, dishwasher & garbage disposal. Large, bright living area has oversized windows and a partial city views. Pets welcome with $250 pet deposit and $25/month pet rent. Take a virtual tour: https my matterport com show ?m=6Hj6WVibcUU

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Amenities for Dakar

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Allowed
Limit1

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About Dakar

HomeApartments in SeattleBroadway Dakar

This recently renovated one-bedroom apartment features brand new plank flooring and fresh paint throughout. The kitchen features full-size black/stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, dishwasher & garbage disposal. Large, bright living area has oversized windows and a partial city views. Pets welcome with $250 pet deposit and $25/month pet rent. Take a virtual tour: https my matterport com show ?m=6Hj6WVibcUU


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Dakar is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Dakar has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Dakar
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.
Dakar 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.
Dakar 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, Dakar 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.
Dakar 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Dakar to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Dakar is great for:

Social life

  • 746 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 91 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 897 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 209 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 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 Dakar compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 302 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Broadway

1-bedroom apartments at Dakar cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Broadway.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Broadway
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,395
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
November 2025$1,374
December 2025$1,384
A table of studio rental data trends in Broadway
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,395
January 2024$1,395
February 2024$1,395
March 2024$1,395
April 2024$1,396
May 2024$1,395
June 2024$1,391
July 2024$1,411
August 2024$1,425
September 2024$1,429
October 2024$1,382
November 2024$1,375
December 2024$1,376
January 2025$1,393
February 2025$1,350
March 2025$1,338
April 2025$1,353
May 2025$1,389
June 2025$1,395
July 2025$1,398
August 2025$1,415
September 2025$1,391
October 2025$1,374
November 2025$1,316
December 2025$1,319

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,685.
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Schools near Dakar

Lowell Elementary School

1058 e mercer st

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-5Public
B

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Queen Anne Elementary School

411 boston st

seattle, WA, 98109

K-5Public
A-

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

2919 1st ave west

seattle, WA, 98119

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Broadway | 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 520 Summit Avenue East

Walking

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

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 520 Summit Avenue East, Seattle

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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