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Roycroft

$1,395 – $1,830/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1 bath
  • 600–800 sq ft
  • 4 units available
  • Pet friendly
317 Harvard Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102

As of October 13, 2026, Roycroft in Seattle, WA has 4 apartments for rent from $1,395 to $1,830/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,395 and two-bedrooms at $1,830. The average asking rent has risen 9% since July 1, 2026, from $1,495 to $1,629.

Floor plans

3 floor plans · 4 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

Basement 1bds

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 600 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,395/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
F$1,395600Aug 17

1x1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 690 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,595/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
306$1,695690Jul 10
205$1,595690Oct 3

2x1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 800 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,830/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
102$1,830800Sep 1

See all 5 units listed at Roycroft, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Roycroft has ranged from $1,440 to $1,998. The current average is $1,629, up $134 (8.9%) from $1,495 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (44 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,634$1,395 – $1,8304
Sep 2026$1,440$1,4401
Aug 2026$1,488$1,440 – $1,4951
Jul 2026$1,572$1,495 – $2,3503

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,395 – $1,830/mo
  • Security deposit

    $750
  • Move-in special

    Welcome to the Roycroft Apartments, a historic 113-year-old gem located on iconic Harvard Avenue, just one block off Broadway and in the heart of the vibrant and bustling Capitol Hill neighborhood. Come check out this sprawling 1bd unit on the lower level of the building, offering 600sf of space with a large open living/kitchen space, tons of storage, and South-facing views. This apartment includes a beautiful mix of old world charm and modern updates (including a GAS STOVE!), and a unique floorplan with double entries and convenient access to the side exit of the building. Why You'll Love Living Here: Spacious, Vintage Units: Enjoy large layouts with extra storage space and old-world charm Historic Character: Beautiful (clawfoot) tubs and vintage details that stand the test of time Convenient Amenities: Controlled access, on-site laundry, and more for your comfort and security Unbeatable Location: Located in the heart of Capitol Hill, steps away from shopping, restaurants, nightlife,
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 10

Cost to rent here

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

Lowest-priced apartment: Basement 1bds at $1,395

$1,659/mo

$264/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,395

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $184

  • Internet

    est.

    $66

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • All-in monthly

    $1,659

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,395$1,659$50,220/yr
2 bedrooms$1,830$2,179$65,880/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $50,220 a year for the $1,395 one-bedroom. The median renter household in Seattle earns $88,103 a year.

Compared with the Seattle area

The median one-bedroom at Roycroft asks $1,595 a month, 11% below the Seattle area's typical one-bedroom asking rent of $1,790. Typical asking rents across the area are down 1.2% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereSeattle-area asking rentSeattle rent paid
1 bedroom$1,595$1,790$1,899
2 bedrooms$1,830$2,049$2,404
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.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

  • Card-Operated Laundry Machines

  • Dishwasher

  • Full Size Refrigerator

  • Great Location!

  • Hardwood Floors

  • On-Site Laundry

  • Oven/Stove

  • Pet-Friendly

  • Refrigerator

  • Walkscore 99


Location

317 Harvard Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102


Resident reviews

2.5
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management1.5
Maintenance1.5
Building Quality1.5

Residents report persistent maintenance issues including pest infestations, mold, water shutoffs, and non-functional utilities that remain unresolved despite repeated requests. Communication from management is described as unresponsive, and rent increases have been implemented without addressing outstanding service concerns. Building infrastructure problems—including a frequently malfunctioning gate, lack of kitchen and bathroom ventilation, and deteriorating unit conditions—appear widespread across the property.

Residents report significant challenges with management responsiveness and communication. Multiple maintenance issues—including pest infestations, mold, plumbing problems, and broken building systems—have gone unaddressed despite repeated resident requests. Management stopped responding to tenant concerns and proceeded with rent increases despite outstanding service and habitability issues.

Residents report unresolved maintenance issues including ceiling leaks, plumbing problems, and lack of ventilation that persist despite work orders. Management response to maintenance requests has been slow or unresponsive, with issues remaining unfixed over extended periods. Water shutoffs due to building-wide pipe issues have occurred with limited notice.

Residents report significant building maintenance and condition issues, including pest infestations, mold, and recurring infrastructure failures such as broken gates and water shutoffs. Multiple essential systems and fixtures require repair or replacement, and residents indicate that management communication and responsiveness to maintenance requests have been inadequate.

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

Excellent Transit

Very Bikeable


About this property

Welcome to Roycroft! A beautiful turn of the century property in Capitol Hill! First month free!


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Puget Sound Primary School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.2 mi

Lowell Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Parkside School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.4 mi

St Mark's Cathedral Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Capitol Hill Co-Op Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Fusion Academy Seattle

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.8 mi

Fusion Academy Seattle

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.8 mi

Bertschi School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.3 mi

Seattle Preparatory School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.4 mi

Kids Co At Tops

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

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