Loft studios
Starting at $1,195
Studio • 1 Bath • 305 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 602 | $1,195 | 305 | Sep 22 |
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$1,195 – $1,250/mo
1523 E Madison St, Seattle, WA, 98122Mad Flats currently lists 5 floor plans across 5 available units, from studio, starting at $1,195/mo. 5 studios from $1,195 to $1,250/mo (238–305 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 18. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Starting at $1,195
Studio • 1 Bath • 305 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 602 | $1,195 | 305 | Sep 22 |
Starting at $1,200
Studio • 1 Bath • 252 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 401 | $1,200 | 252 | Sep 18 |
Starting at $1,200
Studio • 1 Bath • 260 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 203 MFTE | $1,200 | 260 | Sep 22 |
Starting at $1,250
Studio • 1 Bath • 258 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 505 | $1,250 | 258 | Sep 18 |
Starting at $1,250
Studio • 1 Bath • 238 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 507 | $1,250 | 238 | Sep 18 |
Rent at Mad Flats is $1,195 – $1,250 per month. The security deposit is $500. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 18. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Rent
$1,195 – $1,250/moSecurity deposit
$500Earliest move-in
Sep 18Mad Flats lists 21 amenities.
Amazon Lockers
Bike Storage
Built In Two Burner Stove
City View
Community Bbq
Controlled Access
Elevator
Garbage
Hot Plate
Laundry On Every Floor
Loft
Microwave
Microwave/Convection Oven
Mini Fridge
Mini Fridge With Freezer
Rooftop
Rooftop Deck
Sewer
Shared Laundry
Trash
Water
Mad Flats is at 1523 E Madison St, Seattle, WA, 98122.
1523 E Madison St, Seattle, WA, 98122
Mad Flats is in the Cherry Hill neighborhood of Seattle. From Mad Flats, the nearest grocery store is Trader Joe's (4-minute walk), the nearest transit stop is Broadway & Pike-Pine (11-minute walk), the nearest park is Cal Anderson Park (11-minute walk), and the nearest coffee shop is Little Oddfellows (10-minute walk).
Nearest grocery store
Trader Joe's · 4-minute walkNearest transit stop
Broadway & Pike-Pine · 11-minute walkNearest park
Cal Anderson Park · 11-minute walkNearest coffee shop
Little Oddfellows · 10-minute walkResidents give Mad Flats a C grade (about 3.7 out of 5) from 29 reviews. Mad Flats offers a walkable urban location with appealing rooftop amenities and generally friendly staff, but residents report significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, fee transparency, and security deposit returns. Unit sizes are compact, and recurring issues include elevator/appliance breakdowns, package theft, and communication gaps.
Mad Flats offers a walkable urban location with appealing rooftop amenities and generally friendly staff, but residents report significant concerns about maintenance responsiveness, fee transparency, and security deposit returns. Unit sizes are compact, and recurring issues include elevator/appliance breakdowns, package theft, and communication gaps. Recent management changes appear to have improved some service aspects, though fee structures and move-out charges remain points of contention.
Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with recent positive feedback about staff helpfulness and communication contrasting with older reports of difficulty reaching the office. Current residents praise the leasing team's professionalism and follow-up, though some historical reviews cite communication challenges and billing concerns. Overall, the property appears to have improved management service in recent years.
The property offers strong walkability and convenient access to nearby amenities, with residents highlighting proximity to multiple grocery stores and the ability to walk to various destinations. Street parking is generally available, though package theft in common areas has been noted as an occasional concern. The rooftop deck provides city views and contributes to the overall location appeal.
The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly with elevators and access systems that have caused resident inconvenience. Cleanliness standards have improved with new cleaning staff, though common areas depend on resident cooperation. Management responsiveness and transparency around fees and deposits have been concerns for some residents.
The property features a convenient location with walkable access to dining and amenities, plus rooftop views. Staff is noted as friendly and responsive. Building cleanliness has improved with recent housekeeping changes, though common-area upkeep depends partly on resident participation in maintaining shared spaces.
Mad Flats is very walkable (grade A), transit is good (grade C+), and biking is very bikeable (grade B).
A
Very Walkable
C+
Good Transit
B
Very Bikeable
Mad Flats - Live Bold. Work Free.
Mad Flats - Live Bold. Work Free. Play Capitol Hill. Mad Flats puts you at the corner of 16th & Madison in the heart of Capitol Hill — one of Seattle's most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. These modern studio and loft apartments feature open floor plans with quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, wood-style flooring, and oversized windows that flood your space with natural light. Select units offer sweeping city skyline views and Juliet balconies. Building amenities are designed to keep life effortless — controlled-access entry, elevator, laundry on every floor, secured Amazon Hub Locker, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Wind down or entertain on the rooftop deck with BBQ and panoramic views of the Seattle skyline and Mt. Rainier. Step outside and everything Capitol Hill is known for is at your doorstep — four grocery stores within half a mile, acclaimed dining, local breweries, live music venues, and Cal Anderson Park. Capitol Hill Link Light Rail Station is just .7 miles away, and Seattle University is a short .3-mile walk. Pet-friendly with MFTE units available for those who qualify.
Mad Flats is an apartment.
Building
ApartmentSeattle World School is 0.2 miles from Mad Flats. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Seattle World School Public · High | Public | High | 0.2 mi |
Learning Tree Montessori School Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.2 mi |
Seattle Academy Private · High | Private | High | 0.2 mi |
Mothers Place Quality Day Care Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Hearing Speach & Deafness Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Beginnings Child Care Center 1 Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Kidus Montessori Early Child Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
SCCC Early Childcare Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.4 mi |
Future Trust Day Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
The Northwest School Private · High | Private | High | 0.6 mi |
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