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Slate

$1,499 – $3,036/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 427–1,092 sq ft
  • 17 units available
  • Pet friendly
3040 17th Ave W, Seattle, WA, 98119

As of October 13, 2026, Slate in Seattle, WA has 17 apartments for rent from $1,499 to $3,036/mo. Studios start at $1,499, one-bedrooms at $1,968, and two-bedrooms at $2,057. The average asking rent has risen 8.7% since April 29, 2026, from $1,987 to $2,159.


Floor plans

Slate has 17 units available across 12 floor plans: 3 studio layouts (427–498 sq ft), 6 one-bedroom layouts (688–943 sq ft), and 3 two-bedroom layouts (929–1,092 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

S-A MFTE

Studio • 1 Bath • 427 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,499/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
313$1,499427Nov 7

S-D

Studio • 1 Bath • 498 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,591/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
103$1,591498Oct 6

S-A

Studio • 1 Bath • 427 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,659/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
213$1,659427Oct 6

1-A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 707 – 710 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,968/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
335$2,087710Oct 6
424$2,169710Oct 6
426$2,169710Oct 6
524$2,196710Oct 6
014$1,968707Oct 17

LWA

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 943 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,127/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
128$2,127943Oct 20

1-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 688 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,205/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
536$2,205688Oct 6

TH

1 Bedroom • 1.5 Baths • 884 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,287/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
003$2,287884Oct 6

1-C

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 810 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,351/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
123$2,351810Oct 6

1-A MFTE

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 710 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,467/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
207$2,467710Oct 6
435$2,467710Oct 6

2-FMFTE-IZ

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 997 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,057/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
117$2,057997Oct 6

2-C

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 929 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,668/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
405$2,668929Oct 8

2-D

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,092 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,036/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
516$3,0361,092Oct 6

See all 48 units listed at Slate, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Slate, a studio starts at about $2,236 a month all-in: $1,499 rent, $577 in listed fees, and an estimated $160 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,714 and a two-bedroom at about $2,843.

All-in from$2,236/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Slate takes about $53,964 a year for a studio, $70,848 for a one-bedroom, and $74,052 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,236 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $96,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,236/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$96,500/yr

Income to qualify

$53,964/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Slate has ranged from $1,945 to $2,307. The current average is $2,159, up $173 (8.7%) from $1,987 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (145 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Slate shows $576.77 a month in fees (parking EV $225, parking garage $200, pet rent $50, and 6 more) and $345 due at signing (pet deposit $200, holding deposit $100, application fee $45).

  • Rent

    $1,499 – $3,036/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 6

Monthly fees

Package Services

$14.5/mo

Parking - EV

$225/mo

Parking - Garage

$200/mo

Pet Rent

$50/mo

Positive Credit Reporting Services

$4.95/mo

Storage Space - Bicycle

$15/mo

Storage Space Rental

$30/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$5/mo

Utility - Sewer Capacity Fee

$32.32/mo

Due at signing

Application Fee

$45

Holding Deposit (Refundable)

$100

Pet Deposit (Refundable)

$200

Amenities

Slate is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 12 amenities, including fitness center, rooftop deck w/grills, and dishwasher.

  • Bike Storage

  • Business Center

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Gated Access

  • Lounge W/Demo Kitchen

  • Media Room

  • Pet Friendly

  • Rooftop Deck W/Grills

  • Smoke Free

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Lobby
    2 photos

Location

3040 17th Ave W, Seattle, WA, 98119


Resident reviews

Residents of Slate rate location (4.3) and maintenance (4.2) highest and building quality (3.9) lowest.

3.4
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Building Quality3.9
Location4.3
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Maintenance4.2
Overall70 reviews

Slate Apartments receives predominantly positive reviews, with residents consistently praising the responsive maintenance team, friendly leasing staff, spacious modern units, and convenient location near transit and shopping. However, recurring concerns include package delivery issues, parking challenges, security gaps in the garage, and occasional move-out billing problems. The property's strengths in day-to-day service and community engagement are offset by operational inconsistencies in package handling and enforcement of lease terms.

Management responsiveness and staff professionalism vary significantly by period. Recent reviews (2023–2026) consistently praise current staff for proactive communication, rapid maintenance response, and genuine friendliness, with repairs often completed same-day. Older reviews (2018–2021) document widespread complaints about unresponsiveness, delayed repairs, billing issues, and policy disputes, particularly during earlier Greystar management transitions. Current residents report strong satisfaction; past residents cite unresolved maintenance, deposit disputes, and communication breakdowns as primary concerns.

Building quality has improved significantly under recent management, with residents noting enhanced cleanliness, modern finishes, upgraded common areas, and responsive maintenance. However, noise insulation between units remains a recurring concern, and shared spaces occasionally show maintenance lapses related to resident behavior rather than building upkeep. Overall condition is modern and well-maintained, though some older reviews reflect previous management periods.

The location offers strong convenience with walkable access to grocery stores, restaurants, public transit, and nearby neighborhoods like Ballard and Queen Anne. Street parking is limited and competitive, though paid garage parking is available. Most residents appreciate the proximity to amenities and transit, though some note that parking scarcity and occasional area crime are tradeoffs to consider.

Amenities at this property include a gym, rooftop deck, dog-washing station, and community spaces, with recent upgrades to common areas and fitness equipment noted. Positive feedback highlights convenient location near transit and retail, though parking availability is limited and garage break-ins have been reported. Maintenance of shared spaces is inconsistent—common areas are generally clean but trash overflow and equipment failures (such as community room refrigerator) occur. Package delivery through a third-party system has been a source of frustration for residents.

Maintenance response times are generally fast, with most requests addressed within hours to one day. Appliance repairs, plumbing, and routine maintenance are handled competently. However, historical reviews indicate occasional issues with follow-through on complex repairs and communication gaps during extended problems.

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

Slate is walkable and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Walkable
Grade C
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Slate was good on 198 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 76°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 39°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

198 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 69

Temperature

76° / 39°

average August high / January low

: 61° high, 47° low

Pollen

None

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January47°F39°F55 (moderate)10 of 31
February49°F40°F47 (good)20 of 28
March51°F41°F43 (good)20 of 31
April58°F45°F47 (good)17 of 30
May67°F51°F53 (moderate)11 of 31
June72°F56°F45 (good)19 of 30
July75°F57°F45 (good)23 of 31
August76°F58°F59 (moderate)10 of 31
September66°F53°F51 (moderate)10 of 30
October59°F47°F49 (good)17 of 31
November52°F45°F46 (good)21 of 30
December49°F42°F44 (good)20 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Slate is a 242-unit building in Seattle, WA.

Located in the Interbay neighborhood of Seattle, Slate Apartments is a beautiful community made up of studio, one and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes for rent. From our breathtaking views of the Interbay Golf Course to our comfortable and relaxing apartment homes, you will find the right home that will fit your needs. The Slate Apartment community is an oasis of comfort for both people and pets alike. Looking for an MFTE Home, call us today to learn more on how to qualify.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    242

Nearby schools

The closest school to Slate is Residential Consortium, a public high school 0.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Residential Consortium

Public · High
PublicHigh0.7 mi

Coe Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Bayview Intergenerational Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Boys & Girls Club Of Ballard

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

North Queen Anne Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

Public · High
PublicHigh0.9 mi

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.9 mi

Northwest Center Child Development

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Alcuin School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.1 mi

McClure Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.2 mi

Contact & management

Slate is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 206-397-3341.


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