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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Central heat
- Fridge
- Easy freeway access
- Carpets
- Large open floor plan
Location
1942 Harvard Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102, USA|Broadway
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Property Overview
Harvard Ave is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, suggesting excellent value and a well-rounded rental experience. It offers practical features like a dishwasher, central heat, a fridge, carpets, and a large open floor plan, along with easy freeway access. Its 50 photos, top-tier value-for-money ranking, and strong value per square foot add to its appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 775 sqft | $1,895 /mo | 1 unit available | This spacious 775 SF 1 Bedroom/1 Bath is located in a four-plex close to North Capitol Hill with easy access to I-5, 520, and downtown. This location provides sweeping views of Lake Union, downtown, the Space Needle, Queen Anne, the Ship Canal, and Gas Works Park, the Olympic Mountains not to mention the 4th of July fireworks, and great western sunsets. This unit features a large bedroom, dining room adjacent to kitchen, and an additional area perfect for home office, or den. The unit has been completely repainted, and new carpets and blinds have just been installed. It has a private entrance, plenty of storage, on-site shared laundry, ample street parking, and one block to U of W and downtown routes 49 and 25, and three blocks to routes 70, 71, 72, 73, 66 and 83. Central heat. Shared coin-op laundry in lower level. Terms: 1st & 1-month security deposit minus non-refundable fees. 1-year lease minimum. Available NOW. Tenants pay for all utilities: water/sewer/garbage, electricity, and gas. NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND PLEASE /1 Cat case by case with additioanl pet fee and pet deposit. NO THIRD PARTY SCREENING REPORT ACCEPTED INCLUDING ZILLOW. No applications are accepted prior to viewing the property. Qualification requirements are posted with listing pictures. Please review before requesting a showing appointment. Managed by CHEL NW REALTY |
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Amenities for Harvard Ave
Appliances
| Fridge | In-Unit Laundry |
| Oven | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove/Oven |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About Harvard Ave
This spacious 775 SF 1 Bedroom/1 Bath is located in a four-plex close to North Capitol Hill with easy access to I-5, 520, and downtown. This location provides sweeping views of Lake Union, downtown, the Space Needle, Queen Anne, the Ship Canal, and Gas Works Park, the Olympic Mountains not to mention the 4th of July fireworks, and great western sunsets. This unit features a large bedroom, dining room adjacent to kitchen, and an additional area perfect for home office, or den. The unit has been completely repainted, and new carpets and blinds have just been installed. It has a private entrance, plenty of storage, on-site shared laundry, ample street parking, and one block to U of W and downtown routes 49 and 25, and three blocks to routes 70, 71, 72, 73, 66 and 83. Central heat. Shared coin-op laundry in lower level. Terms: 1st & 1-month security deposit minus non-refundable fees. 1-year lease minimum. Available NOW. Tenants pay for all utilities: water/sewer/garbage, electricity, and gas. NO SMOKING OF ANY KIND PLEASE /1 Cat case by case with additioanl pet fee and pet deposit. NO THIRD PARTY SCREENING REPORT ACCEPTED INCLUDING ZILLOW. No applications are accepted prior to viewing the property. Qualification requirements are posted with listing pictures. Please review before requesting a showing appointment. Managed by CHEL NW REALTY
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 GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Harvard Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harvard Ave 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·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.
Harvard Ave 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·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.
Harvard Ave 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—in-unit laundry—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.
Harvard Ave 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 Harvard Ave 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.
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 Harvard Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Broadway
1-bedroom apartments at Harvard Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Broadway.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Broadway
Seattle
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,384 |
| June 2026 | $1,375 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,377 |
| June 2026 | $1,358 |
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Can I afford to live at 1942 Harvard Ave E?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Harvard Ave
TOPS K-8
2500 franklin av e
seattle, WA, 98102
PK, K-8Public
A-
Montlake Elementary School
2409 22 av e
seattle, WA, 98112
K-5Public
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-
Private School Services
2445 3rd av
seattle, WA, 98124
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Seattle near 1942 Harvard Ave E
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1942 Harvard Ave E, Seattle
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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