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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Shared laundry
  • Hardwood and carpet floors
  • Non-smoking building
  • Parking available
  • Internet/cable through any provider

Location

4236 7th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105, USA|University District
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Management

Husky Villas, LLC

Leasing office

(206) 505-9402

Property Overview

Montlake Villas offers a strong overall appeal, highlighted by its Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10 and a perfect price rating of 10. With an impressive amenities rating of 8 and a location rating of 9, it stands out for its competitive pricing and convenient access to local attractions. The property features such as ample natural light, high-speed internet, and a shared laundry enhance its value, positioning it well among similar offerings in the area.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Montlake Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montlake Villas 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,795 /mo2 units availableThis is a 2bed/1 bath apartment in a nice, quiet 11-unit apartment building located in the University District, providing close and convenient access to the University of Washington campus. This building is only blocks from tons of shops/restaurants including Portage Bay Cafe, University Bookstore, Earl's on the Ave, and Trader Joe's. Hop on a bus to downtown, or anywhere you want to go within 15 minutes APARTMENT INFO: * 2 bedrooms * 1 bathrooms * Hardwood and carpet floors * Shared laundry * Nonsmoking building * Dishwasher * Lots of Windows * Tons of Storage RENT: Rent: $1,795.00 * Utilities: $150 flat fee for W/S/G for 2 people * Tenants pay for electricity to SCL and for internet/cable through any provider * Deposit- $1,000.00 * $300 pet deposit (refundable), $50 pet rent * Parking Available Please text or email me if you would like to view this apartment. Leasing from out of state/abroad is available! Online application and electronic lease signing!
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$2,595 /mo1 unit availableThis is a 3 bed/2 bath townhouse style apartment, with two levels. It is in a nice, quiet 11-unit apartment building located in the University District, providing close and convenient access to the University of Washington campus. This building is only blocks from tons of shops/restaurants including Portage Bay Cafe, University Bookstore, Earl's on the Ave, and Trader Joe's. Hop on a bus to downtown, or anywhere you want to go within 15 minutes APARTMENT INFO: * 3 bedrooms * 2 bathrooms * Hardwood and carpet floors * Stainless steel appliances * 2 stories * Shared laundry * non-smoking building RENT: Rent: $2,595.00 * $300 pet deposit (refundable), $50 pet rent * Utilities: $80 flat fee for W/S/G per person * Tenants pay for electricity to SCL and for internet/cable through any provider * Deposit- $1500.00 * Parking Available Please text or email me if you would like to view this apartment. Leasing from out of state/abroad is available! Online application and electronic lease signing!

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HomeApartments in SeattleUniversity District Montlake Villas

This is a 2bed/1 bath apartment in a nice, quiet 11-unit apartment building located in the University District, providing close and convenient access to the University of Washington campus. This building is only blocks from tons of shops/restaurants including Portage Bay Cafe, University Bookstore, Earl's on the Ave, and Trader Joe's. Hop on a bus to downtown, or anywhere you want to go within 15 minutes APARTMENT INFO: * 2 bedrooms * 1 bathrooms * Hardwood and carpet floors * Shared laundry * Nonsmoking building * Dishwasher * Lots of Windows * Tons of Storage RENT: Rent: $1,795.00 * Utilities: $150 flat fee for W/S/G for 2 people * Tenants pay for electricity to SCL and for internet/cable through any provider * Deposit- $1,000.00 * $300 pet deposit (refundable), $50 pet rent * Parking Available Please text or email me if you would like to view this apartment. Leasing from out of state/abroad is available! Online application and electronic lease signing!


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Montlake Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montlake Villas 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 Montlake Villas
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.
Montlake Villas 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·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, Montlake Villas 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.
Montlake Villas 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 Montlake Villas does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Montlake Villas is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 office supply store 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 Montlake Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 165 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in University District

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Montlake Villas to be 20% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in University District.

3-bedroom apartments at Montlake Villas cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in University District.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
University District
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in University District
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,292
December 2023$1,321
January 2024$1,320
February 2024$1,250
March 2024$1,250
April 2024$1,253
May 2024$1,551
June 2024$1,381
July 2024$1,369
August 2024$1,365
September 2024$1,258
October 2024$1,204
November 2024$1,226
December 2024$1,261
January 2025$1,277
February 2025$1,294
March 2025$1,275
April 2025$1,340
May 2025$1,358
June 2025$1,341
July 2025$1,297
August 2025$1,294
September 2025$1,290
October 2025$1,278

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near Montlake Villas

John Stanford Elementary School

4057 5 av ne

seattle, WA, 98105

K-5Public
A

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Green Lake Elementary School

2400 n 65 st

seattle, WA, 98103

PK, K-5Public
B+

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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Getting around Seattle near 4236 7th Ave Ne

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 4236 7th Ave Ne, Seattle

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 4236 7th Ave Ne

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Aladdin Gyro-Cery & Deli
4143 University Way NE
Trader Joe's
4555 Roosevelt Way NE
Safeway
4732 Brooklyn Ave NE
Bellingham Farmers Market
4649 Sunnyside Ave N

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