$2,268 – $5,052/mo

1–2 bedrooms
1–2 baths
514–1,022 sq ft
12 units available

50 University St, Seattle, WA, 98101

As of November 2, 2026, Amli Waterfront in Seattle, WA has 12 apartments for rent from $2,268 to $5,052/mo. One-bedrooms start at $2,268 and two-bedrooms at $3,829. The average asking rent has risen 12% since April 17, 2026, from $2,423 to $2,713.

Floor plans

Amli Waterfront has 12 units available across 9 floor plans: 7 one-bedroom layouts (514–733 sq ft) and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,009–1,022 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 600 – 601 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,268/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
410	$2,268	601	Nov 1
414	$2,318	600	Nov 1

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 703 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,336/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
407	$2,336	703	Nov 3

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 514 – 523 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,355/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1111	$2,405	514	Nov 3
1108	$2,355	523	Nov 21

A2b

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 618 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,575/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1404	$2,575	618	Nov 3

A3a

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 706 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,728/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
703	$2,728	706	Dec 5

A3b

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 727 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,909/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
810	$2,909	727	Nov 1
1210	$3,009	727	Nov 1

A3c

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 733 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,110/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
707	$3,110	733	Nov 10

B5

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,022 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,829/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
415	$3,829	1,022	Nov 1

C4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,009 Sq Ft

Starting at $5,052/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
1112	$5,052	1,009	Jan 8

See all 50 units listed at Amli Waterfront, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Amli Waterfront, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,564 a month all-in: $2,268 rent and an estimated $296 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $4,210.

All-in from$2,564/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Amli Waterfront takes about $81,648 a year for a one-bedroom and $137,844 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,564 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $112,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,564/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$112,500/yr

Income to qualify

$81,648/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Amli Waterfront has ranged from $2,372 to $3,057. The current average is $2,713, up $290 (12%) from $2,423 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (184 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

Rent
$2,268 – $5,052/mo
Earliest move-in
Jan 8

Amenities

Amli Waterfront lists 10 amenities, including bike storage.

Bike Storage
Breatheasy® Smoke-Free Community
Community Recycling
Electric Car Charging
Energy Star® Appliances
Low Voc Flooring & Paints
Public Transit Access
Smart Thermostats
Partial Water View
Southern Exposure

Location

50 University St, Seattle, WA, 98101

Resident reviews

Amli Waterfront has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.6) and management (4.3) highest and building quality (3.6) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

Negative

Management4.3

Location4.6

Amenities and Shared Spaces4.2

Building Quality3.6

Maintenance4.1

Overall97 reviews

This waterfront property offers excellent location, responsive maintenance service, and strong community amenities, with staff consistently praised for professionalism and friendliness. However, recent management changes have introduced concerns about rising rents, reduced amenities, utility billing transparency, and operational inconsistencies that contrast with the property's previously strong reputation.

Management responsiveness and staff friendliness are consistently praised, with maintenance requests typically resolved within 24-48 hours and leasing staff noted for their helpfulness during the rental process. However, recent management transitions have created concerns about communication clarity, billing transparency (particularly regarding utility surcharges), and follow-through on promised amenities. Long-term residents report a noticeable service decline following operational changes, while newer residents generally report positive experiences.

The property offers excellent downtown Seattle location with direct proximity to Pike Place Market, the waterfront, Pioneer Square, and major transit including the University Street light rail station and ferry terminal. Residents consistently praise the walkability and central access to downtown, stadiums, and nearby amenities. However, the high-traffic urban location brings noise from the viaduct and street activity, and delivery logistics are challenging due to the lack of a dedicated loading dock.

The property offers well-maintained amenities including a rooftop lounge with views, gym, pool table, theater room, and secure package handling. However, recent management changes have resulted in reduced amenities (gym towels, sanitizers removed), maintenance delays on promised upgrades, and communication gaps regarding utility billing and service issues. Parking is narrow and prone to vehicle damage, and common areas require more consistent upkeep and resident accountability.

The building features strong concrete construction with excellent noise insulation between units, fast and responsive maintenance service, and clean common areas including garbage facilities. However, external noise from nearby traffic and industrial sources, along with recent management transitions affecting amenity availability and communication responsiveness, present ongoing concerns for residents.

Maintenance response is consistently fast, with most requests addressed within 24 hours or same-day service. Work is completed efficiently and professionally, with repairs explained clearly and spaces left clean afterward. However, recent concerns include unauthorized entry into units without resident permission during maintenance visits, which represents a significant procedural issue requiring attention.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Amli Waterfront is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade A+
Transit: Excellent; Grade A+
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade B

About this property

Amli Waterfront is a 169-unit building in Seattle, WA, built in 2017.

AMLI Waterfront gives you a boutique Downtown Seattle community in the heart of the city’s newly renovated waterfront. Pike Place Market, the Seattle Waterfront, the Seattle Aquarium, the Great Wheel, and the ferry terminal are all close, so the water, market stalls, restaurants, and downtown streets become part of the daily setting. One- and two-bedroom apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, the Olympic Range, and the Seattle skyline, including the iconic Great Wheel. Inside, Bosch appliances, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, hardwood-style flooring, and in-home washers and dryers create a clean, modern living experience. The rooftop terrace is the signature amenity here. Cabanas, grills, outdoor fireplaces, and open-air views overlooking Elliott Bay give residents a place to take in the waterfront without leaving home. The community also includes a clubroom with billiards, fireside seating, a fitness center, yoga studio, dog run, EV charging, and concierge service. View available floor plans.

Building
Apartment
Year built
2017
Total units
169

Nearby schools

The closest school to Amli Waterfront is Paideia Academy, a private preschool less than 0.1 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Paideia Academy Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.1 mi
Paideia Academy Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.1 mi
Pike Market Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.2 mi
Spruce St. School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.2 mi
The Polytech Private · High	Private	High	0.3 mi
Saeeca YWCA Child Care Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Seattle Infant Development Center Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.3 mi
Pacific First Montessori School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Green Tree Ecc Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Kindercare 1786-Seattle Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.6 mi