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1219 Sw 124th St, Burien, WA 98146, USA|Salmon Creek
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Property Overview
Gemstone stands out with an 8.8/10 expert rating, combining a perfect 10/10 price score with excellent 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location, offering strong value and everyday convenience. Its verified quality and trustworthiness scores of 7/10 reflect solid standards, transparent information, and a clearly presented living experience tailored to specific lifestyle preferences.
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
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Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 580 sqft | $1,400 /mo | 1 unit available | Nicely remodeled one-bedroom apartment of the Gemstone complex. Excellent location just 6 minutes to downtown Burien, 4 minute walk to Salmon Creek Ravine Park, 1 mile to Seahurst Park, 6-8 minutes to Transit Systems (Bus & Light Rail). - Luxury vinyl flooring - Includes refrigerator, stove and dishwasher - Newer cabinetry - LED lighting - Brand new paint - Laundry on-site $750 Security Deposit Utilities are a flat fee of $75 per month (water, sewer, trash) Electricity is separate $30/mo Assigned parking space $30/mo Must have a credit score of 650 or above, rental history from a management company, and verifiable monthly income. Please call or text Cheri at (425)-823-2555 to schedule a viewing! | |
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 890 sqft | $1,650 /mo | 1 unit available | Nicely remodeled two-bedroom apartment of the Gemstone complex. Excellent location just 6 minutes to downtown Burien, 4 minute walk to Salmon Creek Ravine Park, 1 mile to Seahurst Park, 6-8 minutes to Transit Systems (Bus & Light Rail). - Large private balcony - Luxury vinyl flooring - Includes refrigerator, stove and dishwasher - Newer cabinetry - LED lighting - Brand new paint - Laundry on-site $750 Security Deposit Utilities are a flat fee of $75 per month (water, sewer, trash) Electricity is separate Assigned parking space $30/mo Must have a credit score of 650 or above, rental history from a management company, and verifiable monthly income. Section 8 is acceptable. Please call or text Cheri at (425)-823-2555 to schedule a viewing! |
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Amenities for Gemstone
Apartment Amenities
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 19 |
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About Gemstone
Nicely remodeled two-bedroom apartment of the Gemstone complex. Excellent location just 6 minutes to downtown Burien, 4 minute walk to Salmon Creek Ravine Park, 1 mile to Seahurst Park, 6-8 minutes to Transit Systems (Bus & Light Rail). - Large private balcony - Luxury vinyl flooring - Includes refrigerator, stove and dishwasher - Newer cabinetry - LED lighting - Brand new paint - Laundry on-site $750 Security Deposit Utilities are a flat fee of $75 per month (water, sewer, trash) Electricity is separate Assigned parking space $30/mo Must have a credit score of 650 or above, rental history from a management company, and verifiable monthly income. Section 8 is acceptable. Please call or text Cheri at (425)-823-2555 to schedule a viewing!
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, Gemstone is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gemstone 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.
Gemstone 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.
Gemstone goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Gemstone 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.
Gemstone 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 Gemstone 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.
Gemstone 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.
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 Gemstone compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 192 sqft larger than other 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
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Rent trends in Salmon Creek
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Salmon Creek.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Gemstone to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Salmon Creek.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Salmon Creek
Burien
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,547 |
| June 2024 | $1,556 |
| July 2024 | $1,535 |
| August 2024 | $1,518 |
| September 2024 | $1,523 |
| October 2024 | $1,505 |
| November 2024 | $1,500 |
| December 2024 | $1,440 |
| January 2025 | $1,450 |
| February 2025 | $1,528 |
| March 2025 | $1,517 |
| April 2025 | $1,498 |
| May 2025 | $1,496 |
| June 2025 | $1,477 |
| July 2025 | $1,496 |
| August 2025 | $1,531 |
| September 2025 | $1,561 |
| October 2025 | $1,544 |
| November 2025 | $1,521 |
| December 2025 | $1,545 |
| January 2026 | $1,528 |
| February 2026 | $1,501 |
| March 2026 | $1,525 |
| April 2026 | $1,533 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | $1,425 |
| December 2025 | $1,595 |
| January 2026 | $1,520 |
| February 2026 | $1,499 |
| March 2026 | $1,499 |
| April 2026 | $1,499 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1219 Sw 124th St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$56,000/yr
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Schools near Gemstone
Hazel Valley Elementary School
402 sw 132nd st
burien, WA, 98146
PK, K-5Public
C-
Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy
15675 ambaum blvd sw
burien, WA, 98166
PK, K-12Public
Bridges Transition
7201 beacon ave s
seattle, WA, 98108
PK, K-12Public
Valley View Early Childhood Center
17622 46th ave s
seatac, WA, 98188
PKPublic
Renton Online School
300 sw 7th st
renton, WA, 98057
K-12Public
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Getting around Burien near 1219 Sw 124th St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1219 Sw 124th St, Burien
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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