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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Storage
Location
520 Summit Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102, USA|Broadway
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Property Overview
Dakar is a highly rated property with an 8.5/10 overall Zumper expert score, highlighted by excellent 9/10 ratings for price, amenities, and location, plus strong trustworthiness and solid quality. It offers standout value and convenience along with practical features like off-street parking and storage. The property is especially appealing for an active social lifestyle and pet-friendly living, with extensive nearby dining, cultural venues, event spaces, and dedicated pet 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.
Things you’ll love
Elevator- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | 400 sqft | $1,350 /mo | 1 unit available | This cozy studio features a large kitchen, full bathroom and a private patio! With a walk score of 94, Dakar is just 4 blocks from Broadway and a short walk from neighborhood coffee shops, restaurants, craft cocktails and more. We offer off-street parking and storage for an additional fee - ask about our current availability. Contact Steven at (206) 739-0934 for more information and showing times. |
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Amenities for Dakar
Apartment Amenities
| Full Bathroom | Updated Kitchen |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Elevator | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking | Storage |
Other
| Storage Available |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 34 |
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About Dakar
Managed by Redside Partners LLC
This cozy studio features a large kitchen, full bathroom and a private patio! With a walk score of 94, Dakar is just 4 blocks from Broadway and a short walk from neighborhood coffee shops, restaurants, craft cocktails and more. We offer off-street parking and storage for an additional fee - ask about our current availability. Contact Steven at (206) 739-0934 for more information and showing times.
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, 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.
Price·9A 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 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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:
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
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Managed by Redside Partners LLC
Redside is a Seattle-based property management firm committed to outstanding apartment and commercial building management. Focusing on a high quality and carefully selected portfolio of properties since 2002, Redside manages residential and commercial property throughout the Puget Sound area.
Rent trends in Broadway
studio apartments at Dakar cost about 1% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Broadway.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Broadway
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 | $1,373 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| January 2026 | $1,302 |
| February 2026 | $1,322 |
| March 2026 | $1,295 |
| April 2026 | $1,335 |
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Can I afford to live at 520 Summit Ave E?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
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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
Getting around Seattle near 520 Summit Ave E
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 Ave E, Seattle
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional 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 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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Summit Food
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QFC
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King of the Hill
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Mercato Bellagio
745 Bellevue Ave E
City Market
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Scire Design Associates
424 Belmont Ave E
Leslie Beans
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Flora & Henri
808 E Roy St
Freeman
713 Broadway E
Revival Shop Seattle
233 Broadway E
Bauhaus Capitol Hill
515 Harvard Ave E
Top Pot Doughnuts
609 Summit Ave E
Starbucks
417 Broadway E
Emerald City Smoothie
428 Broadway E
Analog Coffee
235 Summit Ave E
Summit Public House
601 Summit Ave E
Sol Liquor Lounge
607 Summit Ave E
Basecamp Cafe
800 E Thomas St
Deluxe Bar & Grill
625 Broadway E
Bait Shop
606 Broadway E
Murray's Cheese
417 Broadway E
Hot Cakes-Molten Chocolate Cakery
1650 E Olive Way
Capitol Hill Farmers Market
E Denny Between Broadway & 10th Ave E
Rainbow Natural Health Clinic
409 15th Ave E
Bakery Nouveau
137 15th Ave E
Tashkent Park
Thomas Street Park
Belmont Place
Summit Slope Park
Broadway Hill Park
Murray's Cheese
417 Broadway E
Eat Local
503 Broadway E
Cornelly
601 Summit Ave E
Single Shot
611 Summit Ave E
Top Pot Doughnuts
609 Summit Ave E
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