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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Comfortable living
  • Easy access

Location

4040 8th Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98105, USA|University District
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Management

Normandy Apartments

Leasing office

(206) 842-2053

Property Overview

Normandy presents a competitive rental option with an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its attractive balance of price, amenities, and location. Notable features include on-site laundry, emergency maintenance, and pet-friendly options, bolstered by a strong proximity to schools and essential services. With ratings between 7 and 10 across various categories, this property exemplifies quality living while prioritizing transparency and value for potential renters.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Normandy is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Normandy 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
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1X11 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,325 /mo1 unit availableThanks checking out Normandy Apartments. We are a locally owned and professionally managed community in Seattle, WA. Normandy Apartments is conveniently located with quick access to the freeway and Bus lines, 15 min walk to University of Washington, near Postage Bay Café. 1 block to Burke Gilman Trail. Our 1-bedroom units are a great value, featuring lots of closet space, spacious floor plan and laundry facilities on site.

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Amenities for Normandy

Appliances

Refrigerator

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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Building details

Property details

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About Normandy

HomeApartments in SeattleUniversity District Normandy

Welcome to Normandy Apartments in Seattle, WA! Our community offers convenient access to public transportation and is just a short distance from downtown. With online payment options and maintenance requests, taking care of your living needs has never been easier. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities and 24-hour emergency maintenance for peace of mind. Plus, our location provides easy access to freeways for stress-free commuting. Experience comfortable living at Normandy Apartments.


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Normandy is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Normandy 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 Normandy
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.
Normandy 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·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, Normandy 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.
Normandy 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 Normandy 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.
Normandy 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.

Normandy is great for:

Pet owners

  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Normandy compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in University District

1-bedroom apartments at Normandy cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in University District.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
University District
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,482
October 2023$1,436
November 2023$1,426
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$1,399
A table of studio rental data trends in University District
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,291
October 2023$1,296
November 2023$1,291
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$1,282

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,325.
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Schools near Normandy

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 4040 8th 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

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

Points of interest for 4040 8th Ave Ne, Seattle

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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Safeway
4732 Brooklyn Ave NE

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