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Unit 206 MFTE at Karsti Apartments
$975/mo
Available December 20
Studio · 1 bath · 187 sq ft
1503 Nw 59th St, Unit 206 MFTE, Seattle, WA 98107See all units at Karsti ApartmentsAs of November 2, 2026, Unit 206 MFTE at Karsti Apartments in Seattle, WA is a studio, 1-bath, 187 sq ft apartment renting for $975 a month, available December 20. It is one of 8 available studios here, which rent for $770 to $985. Listed since November 1.
Unit details
Unit 206 MFTE at Karsti Apartments has the MFTE Studio floor plan. Pets are allowed and the unit has an in-unit washer and dryer.
Unit
206 MFTEFloor plan
MFTE StudioBeds
StudioBaths
1 baSize
187 sqftPets
Pets allowedLaundry
In-unit washer and dryer
Fees & lease terms
For Unit 206 MFTE at Karsti Apartments, the security deposit is $750.
Rent
$975/moSecurity deposit
$750Move-in special
Schedule a Tour! Call (206) 495-4644 or email karsti@guidepm.com Video Tour: https://youtu.be/eXMpjhQTPlQ?si=YJh9o45LCcP32aw4 Apartment 206: Discover your ideal urban retreat in this charming studio apartment, featuring expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Enjoy the elegant finishes that elevate your living experience, combining style and comfort. As a Multifamily Tax Exemption (MFTE) home, you’ll benefit from affordability without compromising on quality. Embrace modern city living in a bright, inviting space that feels like home. Schedule your tour today! Concession: The advertised rent price of $975.00 reflects a rent concession of roughly 6 weeks rent-free amortized over a 12-month lease. The actual rent price is $1,115.00 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 OFFERING PRIVEarliest move-in
Dec 20
Unit amenities
Unit 206 MFTE at Karsti Apartments lists 10 amenities, including private patio and hardwood-like flooring.
Electric
Hardwood-Like Flooring
Internet
Kitchenette
Mfte
Private Patio
Sewer
Sewer Capacity
Trash
Water
Building amenities
Karsti Apartments is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 47 building amenities, including community gym, communal terrace, and package lockers.
Bike Racks
Bike Room
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
Shared Laundry
Top Floor Lofts
Trash
Washer & Dryer
Water
Yoga Studio
Other studios available here
Location
1503 Nw 59th St, Seattle, WA, 98107
Resident reviews
Residents of Karsti Apartments rate maintenance (5.0) and management (2.7) highest and amenities and shared spaces (1.5) lowest.
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.
Getting around
Karsti Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.
- Walking
- Very walkable
- Grade A
- Transit
- Minimal
- Grade F
- Biking
- Very bikeable
- Grade A
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
The closest school to Karsti Apartments is St. Alphonsus School, a private middle school less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is West Woodland Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
St. Alphonsus School Private · Middle | Private | Middle | 0.0 mi |
Ballard Boys & Girls Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Adam's Kids Company Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Evergreen Kids Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Graham Hill Kids Company Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
West Woodland Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Root Academy Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Kids Inc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.7 mi |
Adams Kids Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.7 mi |
Adams Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Contact & management
Karsti Apartments is managed by ShowMeTheRent.com. The leasing office's phone number is (206) 350-9625x7.