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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Large walk-in closets
  • Spacious studios
  • Original hardwood flooring
  • Grand and spacious living room
  • Massive walk-in closet
  • Private parking garage

Location

531 Malden Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112, USA|Broadway
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Management

Cornell Partners

Leasing office

(206) 466-0315

Property Overview

Cornell Apartments offers spacious studios, large walk-in closets, original hardwood flooring, a grand living room, and a private parking garage. It earns a strong overall rating of 8.6, with especially high marks for amenities, price, and location, while also standing out for pet-friendly conveniences and nearby access to an elementary school.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Cornell Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cornell Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath475 sqft$1,595 /mo1 unit availableCornell Apartments, unit #105, is a charming studio apartment in a quiet residential area of Capitol Hill. This cozy space features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and dark Oak wood trim and door. There is ample storage built-in throughout the space, as well as a convenient walk-in closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove/oven, refrigerator, and dining nook. There is also a bathtub, and residents can enjoy access to our on-site card operated laundry facility and reserved garage parking (subject to availability). CONTACT US: Northwest Apartments 206-400-7295 ****

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Amenities for Cornell Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Ample StorageBathtub
Cat/Dog FriendlyDining Nook
Hardwood FloorRadiant Heating
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Electric Stove/OvenRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingReserved Garage Parking
Storage

Services

Card Operated Laundry Facility

Other

Tenant Pays for Utilities
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units19
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About Cornell Apartments

HomeApartments in SeattleBroadway Cornell Apartments

Cornell Apartments, unit #105, is a charming studio apartment in a quiet residential area of Capitol Hill. This cozy space features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and dark Oak wood trim and door. There is ample storage built-in throughout the space, as well as a convenient walk-in closet. The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove/oven, refrigerator, and dining nook. There is also a bathtub, and residents can enjoy access to our on-site card operated laundry facility and reserved garage parking (subject to availability). CONTACT US: Northwest Apartments 206-400-7295 ****


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Cornell Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cornell Apartments 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 Cornell Apartments
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.
Cornell Apartments 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·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.
Cornell Apartments 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.
Cornell 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·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 Cornell Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Cornell 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.

Cornell Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 14 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 16 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 dog parks 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 Cornell Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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Rent trends in Broadway

studio apartments at Cornell Apartments cost about 15% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Broadway.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Broadway
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,397
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
May 2026$1,384
June 2026$1,375
July 2026$1,367
August 2026$1,373
A table of studio rental data trends in Broadway
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,423
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
May 2026$1,377
June 2026$1,366
July 2026$1,372
August 2026$1,374

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Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Cornell Apartments

Stevens Elementary School

1242 18 av e

seattle, WA, 98112

K-5Public
A-

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public

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
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Seattle near 531 Malden Ave E

Walking

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

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 531 Malden Ave E, Seattle

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

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

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