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Unit B208 at Beacon View

No longer available

Last listed at $1,800/mo on May 12, 2026

1 bed · 1 bath · 581 sq ft

1701 12th Avenue South, Unit B208, Seattle, WA 98144
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Unit B208 at Beacon View in Seattle, WA is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 581 sq ft apartment. It is not available now and was last listed on May 12, 2026, at $1,800 a month. 5 other 1-bed units are available here now, from $1,525. It was listed from May 8 to May 12, 2026.


Unit details

Unit B208 at Beacon View has the One Bedroom floor plan.

  • Unit

    B208
  • Floor plan

    One Bedroom
  • Beds

    1 bd
  • Baths

    1 ba
  • Size

    581 sqft

Fees & lease terms

For Unit B208 at Beacon View, the lease is 12 months.

  • Lease term

    12 months

Other 1-bed units available here


Location

1701 12th Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98144


Resident reviews

Residents of Beacon View rate location (5.0) and amenities and shared spaces (4.4) highest and maintenance (2.8) lowest.

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Maintenance2.8
Building Quality3.3
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.4
Overall36 reviews

Beacon View Apartments offers spacious units with excellent views in a convenient Beacon Hill location near transit and dining, but residents report significant ongoing challenges with maintenance responsiveness, management communication, and facility upkeep. Common issues include unresolved repair requests, pest problems, laundry equipment failures, and gate/security malfunctions. While some residents praise individual staff members and appreciate the neighborhood, the property's management and maintenance performance remain inconsistent and problematic for many.

Management responsiveness and professionalism are significant concerns at this property. Residents report inconsistent communication, billing errors, delayed maintenance responses, and unresolved repair requests. While some residents praise specific managers for being approachable and efficient, negative experiences with office staff, package handling, and move-out deposit disputes are recurring themes across multiple review periods.

Maintenance responsiveness is inconsistent and a significant concern. While some residents report timely repairs and responsive staff, multiple recent reviews document prolonged delays in addressing work orders, unresolved plumbing issues, and neglected facility maintenance including laundry equipment, garbage overflow, and building access systems. The property has experienced periods without on-site management, contributing to service gaps.

Residents report significant deterioration in building maintenance and upkeep, with recurring issues including non-functional laundry facilities, overflowing garbage areas attracting pests, plumbing problems with water shutoffs, and malfunctioning security gates. Noise from neighbors and grounds maintenance activities is a consistent concern. While some residents note spacious units and convenient location, the property's condition and maintenance responsiveness have declined substantially over time.

The property offers convenient access to transit, nearby amenities, and walkable neighborhoods that appeal to residents seeking commute efficiency. Multiple reviews highlight proximity to light rail stations, bus routes with downtown access under 10 minutes, grocery stores, and restaurants. However, parking availability and costs ($50/month) present a notable tradeoff, with limited quality spots and street parking variability noted across reviews.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Fitness facilities, parking enforcement, and gated security are highlights, though some note the gym may offset external membership costs. However, laundry facilities are frequently cited as inadequate or poorly maintained, garbage and recycling areas overflow regularly, and common areas show inconsistent upkeep across the property.

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

Beacon View is very walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A+
Transit
Excellent
Grade A+
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D

About this property

We are the answer to all your downtown needs! Beacon View Apartments is minutes away from everywhere you need to be. We're only 3 miles away from downtown Seattle. Grocery stores are blocks away and the bus lines run right past our front gates. Beacon View Apartments is located at the corner of 12th Avenue South and Massachusetts Come see the picture-perfect view from your new home today! Our friendly office staff is here to help you Monday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm. We would love to meet you!


Nearby schools

The closest school to Beacon View is Beacon Hill International School, a public elementary school 0.2 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Beacon Hill International School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.2 mi

Jose Marti Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Wellspring Family Svc Flc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Tillie Cavanaugh Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Washington Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.9 mi

First Ame Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Bright Water Waldorf School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.1 mi

Community Day Care Center-Maple

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Community Day Care-Madronna

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Community Day Care Center-Leschi

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Contact & management

Beacon View is managed by Avenue5 Residential. The leasing office's phone number is (206) 329-0799.