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Karsti Apartments

$790 – $960/mo

  • Studio
  • 1 bath
  • 187–206 sq ft
  • 5 units available
  • Pet friendly
1503 Nw 59th St, Seattle, WA, 98107

As of October 12, 2026, Karsti Apartments in Seattle, WA has 5 apartments for rent from $790 to $960/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 17.1% since July 1, 2026, from $1,093 to $906.

Floor plans

4 floor plans · 5 available units · Prices checked October 12, 2026

Cozy Studio

Studio • 1 Bath • 187 Sq Ft

Starting at $790/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
010$790187Oct 16

MFTE Studio

Studio • 1 Bath • 190 Sq Ft

Starting at $895/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
314 MFTE$895190Sep 29

Premium Cozy

Studio • 1 Bath • 187 Sq Ft

Starting at $935/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
212$935187Aug 20
210$950187Sep 22

Karsti 114

Studio • 1 Bath • 206 Sq Ft

Starting at $960/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
114$960206Oct 29

See all 9 units listed at Karsti Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Karsti Apartments has ranged from $906 to $1,093. The current average is $906, the lowest in the past year.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (56 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$962$790 – $1,0506
Sep 2026$983$940 – $1,0404
Aug 2026$955$870 – $1,1284
Jul 2026$1,016$870 – $1,1353

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $790 – $960/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Move-in special

    Schedule a Tour! Call (206) 495-4644 or email karsti@guidepm.com Video Tour: https://youtu.be/NKsZbuB2gdg?si=wpFuX3syH5gSispL Apartment 010: Discover your ideal urban retreat in this stunning studio apartment! Featuring beautiful finishes and an efficient modern layout, this space maximizes comfort and style. Enjoy abundant natural light streaming through the large window, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Perfectly designed for contemporary living, this studio offers the perfect blend of elegance and functionality. Don’t miss your chance to make this stylish haven your new home! Concession: The advertised rent price of $790.00 reflects a rent concession of roughly 8 weeks rent-free amortized over a 12-month lease. The actual rent price is $949.00 with a monthly discount. The full concession amount will be applied at the start of the lease agreement. Please inquire with our leasing team for more information. Community: KARSTI APARTMENTS IS A COLIVING COMMUNITY IN BALLARD OFFERIN
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 20

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Seattle area.

Lowest-priced apartment: Cozy Studio at $790

$1,036/mo

$246/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $790

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $166

  • Internet

    est.

    $66

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • All-in monthly

    $1,036

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
Studio$790$1,036$28,440/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $28,440 a year for the $790 studio. The median renter household in Seattle earns $88,103 a year.

Compared with the Seattle area

SizeMedian asking rent hereSeattle rent paid
Studio$935$1,672
Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Seattle, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Bike Racks

  • Bike Storage

  • Coliving Community

  • Common Area Laundry With Mobile App

  • Communal Terrace

  • Community Gym

  • Community Kitchen

  • Community Meals

  • Community Patio/Bbq Area

  • Community Spaces

  • Community-Wide Wifi

  • Complimentary Wifi

  • Controlled Access

  • Custom Cabinets

  • Electric

  • Fitness Room

  • Floor To Ceiling Windows

  • Grill

  • Ground Floor

  • Gym

  • Hardwood-Like Flooring

  • Internet

  • Kitchenette

  • Lounge

  • Media Room

  • Mfte

  • Modern Design

  • Movie Theater Den

  • New Appliances

  • Newly Built

  • Package Lockers

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pet Stations

  • Pet Wash Station

  • Private Patio

  • Private Studio Apartments

  • Quartz Counters

  • Secure Entry

  • Sewer

  • Sewer Capacity

  • Top Floor Lofts

  • Trash

  • Washer & Dryer

  • Water

  • Yoga Studio


Location

1503 Nw 59th St, Seattle, WA, 98107


Resident reviews

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management2.7
Building Quality1.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5
Maintenance5.0

Kärsti Apartments shows highly polarized resident experiences. Positive reviews highlight responsive management, quick maintenance service, and strong community events, while negative reviews consistently report poor communication, significant security deposit deductions, maintenance issues including pest infestations, and infrastructure problems like weak wifi. The property has experienced management transitions that appear to have affected service consistency and deposit handling practices.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent across tenants' experiences. While some residents report accessible, prompt management and maintenance support, others describe delayed responses to inquiries, unclear communication, and billing or deposit issues that persist after move-out. Moveout fees and deposit deduction practices have been a source of frustration for several residents.

Residents report significant concerns about building cleanliness and maintenance standards. Common issues include inadequate cleaning of shared spaces, unfinished finishes upon move-in (such as unsanded drywall patches), and inconsistent upkeep across the property. Communication and responsiveness from management regarding maintenance requests and move-out procedures have been cited as problematic.

This property experienced a decline in community engagement and shared space maintenance over time. Residents report that common areas became and remained messy after initial community events ceased and a chores system was implemented. Concerns were also raised about deposit deductions at move-out and communication practices within community channels.

Maintenance staff responds quickly to resident concerns and work requests. Management is accessible and communicative regarding maintenance issues and accommodations. The property demonstrates reliable follow-through on repairs and maintenance coordination.

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

Getting around

Very Walkable

Minimal Transit

Very Bikeable


About this property

Karsti Apartments KARSTI APARTMENTS IS A COLIVING COMMUNITY IN BALLARD OFFERING PRIVATE STUDIO APARTMENTS COMBINED WITH NUMEROUS SHARED SPACES DESIGNED TO FOSTER FUN + FRIENDSHIP SHARED SPACES AND AMENITIES With over 3,000 sf of common living space, Karsti was specifically designed to foster community without compromising privacy. Each floor has a huge, pre-stocked chef’s kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz counters, seating, and laundry. The main floor boasts a generous lounge and kitchen for resident events and social gatherings. STUDIO APARTMENTS Your brand-new studio apartment is built with a contemporary design aesthetic and high-end materials. Enjoy quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless appliances, and hardwood-style flooring. Top-floor homes include dramatic lofts with mountain views and custom-built artistic wood railings. Select premium units include washers and dryers in unit! NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES Karsti Apartments is conveniently located in Ballard near grocery stores, restaurants, and Target. Take a short walk to the brewery district or enjoy some of Seattle’s best nightlife and boutique shops in the heart of Old Ballard & Ballard Avenue mere blocks away. Relax by the water with a 15-minute bus ride to Golden Gardens Park, an 8-minute drive to Green Lake, or a 20-minute walk to Ballard Locks Pard. The D Line express bus right out front will whisk you downtown in 20 minutes.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

St. Alphonsus School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.0 mi

Ballard Boys & Girls

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Adam's Kids Company

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Graham Hill Kids Company

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Evergreen Kids Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

West Woodland Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Root Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Kids Inc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Adams Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Adams Kids Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

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