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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Professionally managed
  • Updated interiors
  • Renovated apartments
  • Outdoor spaces
  • Modern coastal living

Location

21833 7th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA|Marina District
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Management

Summit Property Management

Leasing office

(253) 214-3162 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Cliff Apartments delivers strong overall value, with updated, professionally managed, modern coastal living spaces and outdoor areas, backed by high expert scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from competitive pricing, a premier amenity package, and convenient access to a well-rated elementary school and public transit, plus extensive photos for transparency. The community is also especially convenient for pet owners, with multiple nearby pet services and care options.

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, The Cliff Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Cliff 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

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 bed CFF1 bed1 bath650 sqft$1,595 /mo2 units availableRenovated apartments in the heart of Des Moines’ Marina District. Enjoy new flooring, fresh paint, in unit washer and dryer, private balcony. The Cliff apartments is located in a highly walkable neighborhood just minutes from the waterfront. Located in a prime, high-demand area, with shops, dining, and outdoor spaces all within easy reach—perfect for modern coastal living. Rent: $1,595/mo plus utilities Deposit: $1,250 ($250 non-refundable) Don’t miss your opportunity to call The Cliff Apartments home! Professionally managed by Summit Property Management.
2 bd CFF2 bed1 bath985 sqft$1,950 /mo1 unit availableRenovated apartments in the heart of Des Moines’ Marina District. Enjoy new flooring, fresh paint, and updated interiors in a highly walkable neighborhood just minutes from the waterfront. Located in a prime, high-demand area, with shops, dining, and outdoor spaces all within easy reach—perfect for modern coastal living. Rent: $1,875-$1,950/mo plus utilities Deposit: $1,250 ($250 non-refundable) Don’t miss your opportunity to call The Cliff Apartments home! Professionally managed by Summit Property Management.

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Amenities for The Cliff Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Large WindowsNewly Renovated
Vinyl Flooring

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryOven
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStorage
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

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units23
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About The Cliff Apartments

HomeApartments in Des MoinesMarina District The Cliff Apartments

Renovated apartments in the heart of Des Moines’ Marina District. Enjoy new flooring, fresh paint, in unit washer and dryer, private balcony. The Cliff apartments is located in a highly walkable neighborhood just minutes from the waterfront. Located in a prime, high-demand area, with shops, dining, and outdoor spaces all within easy reach—perfect for modern coastal living. Rent: $1,595/mo plus utilities Deposit: $1,250 ($250 non-refundable) Don’t miss your opportunity to call The Cliff Apartments home! Professionally managed by Summit Property Management.


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, The Cliff Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Cliff 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 The Cliff 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.
The Cliff 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.
The Cliff 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.
The Cliff 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·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 The Cliff Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 4 highest rated

i want to jump off a cliff

michael mcawesome (zee)

michael mcawesome (zee)

Dec 06, 2022

What a dump! The owner is a 90 year old miser and only shows up to collect rent. No improvements in the past 50 years.

Don Burton

Don Burton

Sep 08, 2022

We’re sharing just 4 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Cliff Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 The Cliff Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 72 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 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 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 Marina District

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Cliff Apartments to be 22% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Marina District.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Marina District
Des Moines
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Des Moines
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,059
July 2024$2,029
August 2024$1,998
September 2024$2,045
October 2024$1,951
November 2024$1,849
December 2024$1,950
January 2025$1,967
February 2025$1,977
March 2025$1,966
April 2025$1,931
May 2025$1,935
June 2025$1,898
July 2025$1,854
August 2025$1,929
September 2025$1,830
October 2025$1,821
November 2025$2,015
December 2025$2,128
January 2026$1,957
February 2026$1,988
March 2026$2,113
April 2026$2,001
May 2026$2,003
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marina District
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,500
September 2024$2,500
October 2024$2,500

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near The Cliff Apartments

Des Moines Elementary School

22001 9th ave s

des moines, WA, 98198

PK, K-5Public
B-

River Ridge Elementary

22420 military rd s

seatac, WA, 98198

PK, K-6Public
C

Valley View Early Childhood Center

17622 46th ave s

seatac, WA, 98188

PKPublic

Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy

15675 ambaum blvd sw

burien, WA, 98166

PK, K-12Public

Kent Laboratory Academy

10515 se 208th st

kent, WA, 98031

3-12Public
B
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Getting around Des Moines near 21833 7th Ave S

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 21833 7th Ave S, Des Moines

Groceries

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

Shopping

2/10
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

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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