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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Granite counter tops
  • Ceiling fans
  • Large windows
  • New cabinets
  • Updated kitchen

Location

221 W Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98119, USA|Lower Queen Anne
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Management

Taylor Holdings Inc.

Leasing office

(206) 414-8981

Property Overview

Betty May Apartments offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.9/10, highlighted by an exceptional 10/10 price score and high marks for amenities, location, and overall quality. Residents can expect an updated living space with hardwood floors, granite countertops, new cabinets, large windows, ceiling fans, and an upgraded kitchen, plus helpful transparency from management. The property’s strong value per square foot, ample photos, nearby well-rated high school, and excellent nearby pet services make it an appealing and well-rounded option.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Betty May Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Betty May Apartments 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath500 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availablethree blocks west of Queen Anne Avenue. On Rapid Ride bus route to Ballard, to downtown. Walk in Closet. Hardwood floor. Top floor.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath620 sqft$1,650–$1,750 /mo2 units availableBright, 620 sq ft. corner unit in vintage 1920's brick building. Vintage brick apartment building – Bus stop on the street. Easy access to I-5 and Highway 99. Convenient to Seattle Center, Key Arena, Gates Foundation, Amazon, Google, Theaters, Restaurants, and of course downtown. Circa 1926 Building with hardwood floors, vintage kitchen with updated with granite counter tops and new cabinets; larger window for excellent natural light year round, radiant heat in all units allows for increased heat in the winter without increased utility bills. Additional assigned storage included at no cost.''Vintage brick apartment building

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Amenities for Betty May Apartments

Appliances

Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units19
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About Betty May Apartments

HomeApartments in SeattleLower Queen Anne Betty May Apartments

Bright, 620 sq ft. corner unit in vintage 1920's brick building. Vintage brick apartment building – Bus stop on the street. Easy access to I-5 and Highway 99. Convenient to Seattle Center, Key Arena, Gates Foundation, Amazon, Google, Theaters, Restaurants, and of course downtown. Circa 1926 Building with hardwood floors, vintage kitchen with updated with granite counter tops and new cabinets; larger window for excellent natural light year round, radiant heat in all units allows for increased heat in the winter without increased utility bills. Additional assigned storage included at no cost.''Vintage brick apartment building


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Betty May Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Betty May Apartments 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 Betty May Apartments
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.
Betty May Apartments 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·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.
Betty May Apartments 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, Betty May Apartments 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.
Betty May 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Betty May Apartments to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.
Betty May 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.

Betty May Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 11 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet hospitals 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 Betty May Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 204 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
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 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Lower Queen Anne

Studio apartments at Betty May Apartments cost about 7% more than the average rent price for studios in Lower Queen Anne.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 15% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lower Queen Anne.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Lower Queen Anne
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian 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
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower Queen Anne
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,491
June 2024$1,437
July 2024$1,395
August 2024$1,395
September 2024$1,396
October 2024$1,485
November 2024$1,496
December 2024$1,525
January 2025$1,539
February 2025$1,514
March 2025$1,530
April 2025$1,547
May 2025$1,555
June 2025$1,580
July 2025$1,534
August 2025$1,513
September 2025$1,506
October 2025$1,516
November 2025$1,497
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$1,503
February 2026$1,526
March 2026$1,553
April 2026$1,499

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near Betty May Apartments

John Hay Elementary School

201 garfield st

seattle, WA, 98109

K-5Public
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-

Magnolia Elementary School

2418 24th ave w

seattle, WA, 98199

K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Seattle near 221 W Mercer St

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 221 W Mercer St, Seattle

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

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

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