Room Rental Open House 7p

This is a ROOM RENTAL in a charming 1926 house-share! This large sunroom bedroom on the main floor rents for $900, with all utilities and wifi included, and will be available May 1. OPEN HOUSE MONDAY 4/17/17 AT 7P!!!

Heart of Ballard location, in proximity to Burke Gilman Trail, Market St & all its amenities! Pretty living room with oak hardwoods and gas fireplace. It has 3 bedrooms up, one on the main floor, in addition to this south-facing, sunroom on the main floor. There is a modern handicap-accessible, walk-in bathtub on the main floor. An on-site property manager takes care of common areas and improvements.

Plenty of on-street parking.

Rent includes free wifi internet access, gas, electricity, garbage, water, sewer, property management, yard maintenance, and common household supplies.

Either a 12-month or month-to-month short-term lease is OK (with a $250 administrative set-up fee for tenancies less than six months). Other tenants are all young working professionals, including restaurant chef, insurance assistant, retail management, consultant, special education teacher, and bookkeeper.

Contact Heather Hamilton at 206-371-3062 to schedule a viewing appointment. We will be unable to respond before Sunday night/Monday. Open House Monday evening.

Ballard Room Rental

OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT 6PM.

This is a ROOM RENTAL in a charming 1926 house-share! This large sunroom bedroom on the main floor rents for $900, with all utilities and wifi included, and will be available May 1.

Heart of Ballard location, in proximity to Burke Gilman Trail, Market St & all its amenities! Pretty living room with oak hardwoods and gas fireplace. It has 3 bedrooms up, one on the main floor, in addition to this south-facing, sunroom on the main floor. There is a modern handicap-accessible, walk-in bathtub on the main floor. An on-site property manager takes care of common areas and improvements.

Plenty of on-street parking.

Rent includes free wifi internet access, gas, electricity, garbage, water, sewer, property management, yard maintenance, and common household supplies.

Either a 12-month or month-to-month short-term lease is OK (with a $250 administrative set-up fee for tenancies less than six months). Other tenants are all young working professionals, including restaurant chef, insurance assistant, retail management, consultant, special education teacher, and bookkeeper.


847 NW 56th Street. For more information contact Heather Hamilton at 206-371-3062.


Happy Investing!

Seattle Rental Inspection

ALL landlords within Seattle city limits MUST register their rental properties (single family, condos or apartment buildings) with the city by 12/31/16.  You can register at www.seattle.gov/RRIO

The City will be requiring property inspections every 5-10 years and will make random selections monthly.  If you have been selected, we can recommend an inspector and answer any questions you or your tenant might have.

OTHER CHANGES

• The City now prohibits increasing rent if a property fails to comply with the RRIO.
• The City has prohibited special deals or concessions for tenants based on where they work.
• The City approved a new law outlawing housing discrimination based on source of income.
• When selling or reoccupying a property, landlords MUST give 90 days notice (formerly 60 and 20 days), but landlords may request a hardship exception to shorten the notice period in certain circumstances.  
• The time in which landlords need to refund a tenant’s security deposit is 21 days from the date the tenant surrenders possession, unless otherwise stated in a lease agreed upon prior to 2016 
• Effective January 2017, landlords will need to accept applicants on a  “first come, first serve” basis.  All information regarding minimum screening criteria will need to be disclosed prior to accepting applications and they must be screened in the order in which they have been received. 

Happy Investing!

Seattle Room Rental

Open House tonight, 6p. 216 31st Avenue, Seattle. $925 includes all utilities, wifi, property management and yard maintenance.

https://youtu.be/cH56cVOtEiA

For more information, call 888-621-4999.

Happy Investing!

Seattle Furnished Room Rental

AVAILABLE October 1! please email HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com to schedule a showing. 

Furnished monthly room rental in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details. Month-to-month rental, all utilities furnished, including wireless internet, garbage, water, sewer, electricity and gas. Stay as short as one month - or as long as you'd like. 

Walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle. This elegant furnished bedroom on the main floor shares a large kitchen with two refrigerators, all modern appliances, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. Hardwood flooring throughout, large living room with convenient gas fireplace, spacious sun porch with magnificent view of Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline and mountains. French doors to backyard deck for BBQ and yard. Washer and dryer in basement. Utilities include wireless internet, electric, gas, garbage, water, sewer, and lawn maintenance.

About the neighborhood: Neighborhood is close to Capitol Hill, Central District and the Madrona restaurants area. It is walking distance to wooded trails to Lake Washington. Douglass Truth Library, grocery stores, coffee shops, and close to Amazon.com, Lowe's and Walgreen's. 

Located three miles east of Pioneer Square, Leschi draws people from nearby downtown Seattle. Named after a local Nisqually chief, Leschi has a history dating back centuries--to when it served as a seasonal Duwamish tribe settlement. By the 1890s, Leschi Park and the lakefront served as a vacation and leisure destination for local European settlers. As the neighborhood continued to develop, people started to move here and call Leschi their home. 

Today, the Leschi waterfront still draws outdoor-activity seekers, and two parks--Leschi Park and Frink Park--provide plenty of space in which to play. In addition to amazing views of Lake Washington, Leschi is surrounded by parks, marinas, water sports, cafes and wonderful routes for bicyclists, runners and walkers. But outdoor sports aren't the only draw. Leschi holds two small business cores. The area along Lakeside Avenue South is home to Leschi Market, a gym and restaurants such as Daniel's Broiler, BluWater Bistro and Starbucks. A smaller commercial area on the Leschi-Mount Baker Ridge at 31st Avenue offers a spa, financial offices, a pet store and the Re-Past Bakery and Cafe. Even with its laid-back, suburban vibe, Leschi is just a 10-minute drive from the bustling activity of downtown Seattle, and its proximity to the Interstate-90 floating bridge allows for easy access to the Eastside. Leschi's architectural medley and diversity of residents make this waterfront enclave perfect for urban-minded neighborhood living. 

Transportation: Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines. Several bus routes nearby go to various areas including Capitol Hill, downtown, Queen Anne, south Seattle, University District, etc. (#2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 27 and 48). 

Shared house living: Typically, our housemates are socially-minded, responsible, working professionals who enjoy living in a nice place with other respectful individuals. Typically, our short-term furnished approach to housing attracts people in transitional times of life, and new arrivals, including many contract workers or international visitors--really anyone who wants a convenient, hassle-free lifestyle without having to purchase or bring a lot of stuff into a household and without having to commit to a long-term lease. 

Current housemates include an executive life coach, and myself, a former arts funder turned real estate and travel entrepreneur. Otherwise, housemates come and go, but they are usually a very fun and interesting mix of personalities, nationalities and backgrounds. All tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, credit, income and rental history. I am a professional property manager, and it is my job to see to it that there is a good mix of tenants--I live here too!

$925/mo. Available October 1, 2016 
First month rent plus Security Deposit of $900; 
Bedroom furnished with a queen-size bed, computer desk, chair, dresser, rug, mirror, artwork, lamps No last month, if income-qualified; No long-term, month-to-month; Includes all utilities: GWS, electric, gas, wifi internet, and yard maintenance 
$35 pp application fee No illegal drugs, pets or smokers, please

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please email me at HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com to schedule a showing. Open house this Wednesday, 6p, 216 31st Avenue.

Happy Investing!

Off Market Seattle Property

This is my week to promote off-market Seattle properties! And here is another one:

This is a rental property on S Orcas Street with a problem tenant, whose lease expires in March.

This 3 Bedroom 2 bath rambler in the Hillman City community is only minutes away from Seward Park, blocks away from restaurants, bus line & much more. It has electric and natural gas energy, a detached 2-car garage, fruit trees and alley access. It is a 2001 house with 1260sf that sits on a 4120sf lot.

The owner last tried to sell it for $360,000 in 2014, without success. She is open to new offers. It is tax-assessed for $353,000 and Realist puts it at about the same value. Zillow shows its fixed up value as roughly $425,000.

For more information, please send a private email to HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com

Happy Investing!

L Zoned Duplex in Seattle

Here is another off-market property for sale in Seattle!

This one is located near 24th Ave NW and NW 61st Street in the hot, hot Seattle neighborhood of Ballard. It is an L1-zoned duplex property on a 3400 sf lot. The house was originally built in 1908 and has approximately 2440sf of finished living space. It has two one-bedroom units and a one-car driveway.

The property is in excellent condition. The roof and skylights are two years old. The house was fully repainted last summer. There are no tenants. The owner lives in the house currently as a single family home.

The minimum terms the Seller would require for selling the property are:

· All Cash

· No seller’s commission

· 15 day close

· 90 days after closing to vacate the property with an option to extend (monthly rent negotiable)

· Sales price of $625,000

If you are interested in getting more details about this property, please send me a private email at HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com



Happy Investing!

Furnished Room Rental in Seattle

AVAILABLE Sept 5! please email HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com to schedule a showing.

Furnished monthly room rental in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details. Month-to-month rental, all utilities furnished, including wireless internet, garbage, water, sewer, electricity and gas. Stay as short as one month - or as long as you'd like. Walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle. This elegant furnished bedroom on the main floor shares a large kitchen with two refrigerators, all modern appliances, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. Hardwood flooring throughout, large living room with convenient gas fireplace, spacious sun porch with magnificent view of Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline and mountains. French doors to backyard deck for BBQ and yard. Washer and dryer in basement. Utilities include wireless internet, electric, gas, garbage, water, sewer, and lawn maintenance.

About the neighborhood:
Neighborhood is close to Capitol Hill, Central District and the Madrona restaurants area. It is walking distance to wooded trails to Lake Washington. Douglass Truth Library, grocery stores, coffee shops, and close to Amazon.com, Lowe's and Walgreen's.

Located three miles east of Pioneer Square, Leschi draws people from nearby downtown Seattle. Named after a local Nisqually chief, Leschi has a history dating back centuries--to when it served as a seasonal Duwamish tribe settlement. By the 1890s, Leschi Park and the lakefront served as a vacation and leisure destination for local European settlers. As the neighborhood continued to develop, people started to move here and call Leschi their home.

Today, the Leschi waterfront still draws outdoor-activity seekers, and two parks--Leschi Park and Frink Park--provide plenty of space in which to play. In addition to amazing views of Lake Washington, Leschi is surrounded by parks, marinas, water sports, cafes and wonderful routes for bicyclists, runners and walkers.

But outdoor sports aren't the only draw. Leschi holds two small business cores. The area along Lakeside Avenue South is home to Leschi Market, a gym and restaurants such as Daniel's Broiler, BluWater Bistro and Starbucks. A smaller commercial area on the Leschi-Mount Baker Ridge at 31st Avenue offers a spa, financial offices, a pet store and the Re-Past Bakery and Cafe.

Even with its laid-back, suburban vibe, Leschi is just a 10-minute drive from the bustling activity of downtown Seattle, and its proximity to the Interstate-90 floating bridge allows for easy access to the Eastside. Leschi's architectural medley and diversity of residents make this waterfront enclave perfect for urban-minded neighborhood living.

Transportation:
Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines. Several bus routes nearby go to various areas including Capitol Hill, downtown, Queen Anne, south Seattle, University District, etc. (#2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 27 and 48).

Shared house living: Typically, our housemates are socially-minded, responsible, working professionals who enjoy living in a nice place with other respectful individuals.  Typically, our short-term furnished approach to housing attracts people in transitional times of life, and new arrivals, including many contract workers or international visitors--really anyone who wants a convenient, hassle-free lifestyle without having to purchase or bring a lot of stuff into a household and without having to commit to a long-term lease. Current housemates include an executive life coach, and myself, a former arts funder turned real estate and travel entrepreneur. Otherwise, housemates come and go, but they are usually a very fun and interesting mix of personalities, nationalities and backgrounds.  All tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, credit, income and rental history. I am a professional property manager, and it is my job to see to it that there is a good mix of tenants--I live here too!

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please email me at HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com to schedule a showing.

Happy Investing!

Short Term Furnished Room Rental in Seattle

216 31st Ave, Seattle, WA 98122

$850/mo | Furnished

KEY FEATURES
Year Built: 1912
Bedrooms: 1 Bed
Bathrooms: 1 Bath
Parking: None
Lease Duration: 1 Month (See Details Below)
Deposit: $900
Pets Policy: No Pets Allowed
Laundry: Shared
Property Type: Single Family House

DESCRIPTION

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AVAILABLE September 1!
Furnished monthly room rental in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details. Month-to-month rental, includes all utilities: wireless internet, garbage, water, sewer, electricity and gas.

Furnishings include bed, towels, linens, pillows, computer desk and chair, lamp, dresser, artwork, rug and night stand.

Stay as short as one month - or as long as you'd like. Walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle. This elegant furnished bedroom on the main floor shares a large kitchen with two refrigerators, all modern appliances, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. Hardwood flooring throughout, large living room with convenient gas fireplace, spacious sun porch with magnificent view of Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline and mountains. French doors to backyard deck for BBQ and yard. Washer and dryer in basement. Utilities include wireless internet, electric, gas, garbage, water, sewer, and lawn maintenance.

About the neighborhood:
Neighborhood is close to Capitol Hill, Central District and the Madrona restaurants area. It is walking distance to wooded trails to Lake Washington. Douglass Truth Library, Leschi Mart, BluWater Bistro, Red Apple grocery store, several coffee shops, Amazon.com, Lowe's and Walgreen's.

Located three miles east of Pioneer Square, Leschi draws people from nearby downtown Seattle. Named after a local Nisqually chief, Leschi has a history dating back centuries--to when it served as a seasonal Duwamish tribe settlement. By the 1890s, Leschi Park and the lakefront served as a vacation and leisure destination for local European settlers. As the neighborhood continued to develop, people started to move here and call Leschi their home.

Today, the Leschi waterfront still draws outdoor-activity seekers, and two parks--Leschi Park and Frink Park--provide plenty of space in which to play. In addition to amazing views of Lake Washington, Leschi is surrounded by parks, marinas, water sports, cafes and wonderful routes for bicyclists, runners and walkers.

But outdoor sports aren't the only draw. Leschi holds two small business cores. The area along Lakeside Avenue South is home to Leschi Market, a gym and restaurants such as Daniel's Broiler, BluWater Bistro and Starbucks. A smaller commercial area on the Leschi-Mount Baker Ridge at 31st Avenue offers a spa, financial offices, a pet store and restaurants nearby.

Even with its laid-back, suburban vibe, Leschi is just a 10-minute drive from the bustling activity of downtown Seattle, and its proximity to the Interstate-90 floating bridge allows for easy access to the Eastside. Leschi's architectural medley and diversity of residents make this waterfront enclave perfect for urban-minded neighborhood living.

Transportation:
Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines. Several bus routes nearby go to various areas including Capitol Hill, downtown, Queen Anne, south Seattle, University District, etc. (#2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 27 and 48).

Shared house living: Typically, our housemates are socially-minded, responsible, working professionals who enjoy living in a nice place with other respectful individuals. Typically, our short-term rentals approach to housing attracts people in transitional times of life, and new arrivals, including many contract workers or international visitors--really anyone who wants a convenient, hassle-free lifestyle, without having to commit to a long-term lease.

Current housemates include an Amazon developer, a civil engineer, a former commercial appraiser, and a former arts funder turned real estate entrepreneur. Otherwise, housemates come and go, but they are usually a very fun and interesting mix of personalities, nationalities and backgrounds. All tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, credit, income and rental history. I am a professional property manager, and it is my job to see to it that there is a good mix of tenants. Message me at HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com if interested.

Beacon Hill Rental - $2200

Lots of old world charm in this upper duplex of a remodeled 1900 farm house on Beacon Hill, with three bedrooms and one bathroom, original fir flooring, and 9' ceilings on the main floor. Exterior will be painted prior to move-in, and various repairs being completed. Rental is available August 30 (or earlier on a case-by-case basis).

It is a light and bright interior with a formal living room and dining room. One bedroom and bath on the main floor, two roomy bedrooms and large walk-in closet and storage on the upper floor.

The spacious kitchen has a butler pantry and gas cook stove. Natural gas heating as well.

There is a fenced backyard (being cleaned up and tent removed), with a beautiful deck right off the dining room.

Watch the two video links in this ad to get a better look at the interior spaces:
https://youtu.be/RtXz-hGG-dw
https://youtu.be/8UgMv1rsN2A

Driveway for off-street parking for up to two vehicles. Plenty on on-street parking for your guests!

Close to the Mt Baker Light Rail Station, El Centro de la Raza, The Station coffee shop, and many other amenities on Beacon Hill. Home is located at 1936 S. Lander Street in Seattle.

Email HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com for showing times.

Happy Investing!

Funky 2BR Basement Apartment - $1100

AVAILABLE August 1, 2015! Showing tonight 6pm!
Basement apartment in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details -- walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle.

Dramatic lighting and divided living spaces, funky but nice! Partially furnished. This unit has good light, its own separate entrance from the house, a small kitchen, washer and dryer (shared with upper floor), with wall-to-wall carpeting in a large living area and the larger of two separate bedroom spaces.

The smaller bedroom has hardwood flooring, but not a true legal bedroom. It would work fine for overnight guests, office, study/media or workout room. This room is NOT recommended for children under 18 years of age.

Cozy, functional kitchen with refrigerator, electric stove/oven, exhaust fan and microwave. Ceiling heights may not work for someone over 6' tall.

Roughly 1250sf of space - Quite a bit of space for someone who wants more than the typical cramped one-bedroom in this price range! Tenants also have access to common areas in house share space on upper floor.

Semi-private partially-fenced backyard with deck and awesome view of Mt Rainier, Cascades, Lake Washington and Bellevue skyline. Not a noisy apartment complex--this space also comes with one off-street parking space in a shared driveway.

Free utilities include wireless internet, basic cable TV, electric, garbage, sewer, and lawn maintenance.  Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines.

All monthly tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, income and rental history. Generally, applicants must have income 3X the monthly rent, good tenant references, and no criminal convictions, or judgments against them.

Please NO PHONE CALLS. Send email reply to HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com with any inquiries or communication.

Seattle Room Rental

AVAILABLE August 1! 
Furnished monthly room rental in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details. Month-to-month rental, includes all utilities: wireless internet, garbage, water, sewer, electricity and gas. Three miles due east of downtown Seattle.

Furnishings include bed, towels, linens, pillows, computer desk and chair, lamp, dresser, laundry basket, full-length mirror, artwork, rug and night stand.

Stay as short as one month - or as long as you'd like. Walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle. This elegant furnished bedroom on the main floor shares a large kitchen with two refrigerators, all modern appliances, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. Hardwood flooring throughout, large living room with convenient gas fireplace, spacious sun porch with magnificent view of Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline and mountains. French doors to backyard deck for BBQ and yard. Washer and dryer in basement. Utilities include wireless internet, electric, gas, garbage, water, sewer, and lawn maintenance.

About the neighborhood:
Neighborhood is close to Capitol Hill, Central District and the Madrona restaurants area. It is walking distance to wooded trails to Lake Washington. Douglass Truth Library, Leschi Mart, BluWater Bistro, Red Apple grocery store, several coffee shops, Amazon.com, Lowe's and Walgreen's.

Located three miles east of Pioneer Square, Leschi draws people from nearby downtown Seattle. Named after a local Nisqually chief, Leschi has a history dating back centuries--to when it served as a seasonal Duwamish tribe settlement. By the 1890s, Leschi Park and the lakefront served as a vacation and leisure destination for local European settlers. As the neighborhood continued to develop, people started to move here and call Leschi their home.

Today, the Leschi waterfront still draws outdoor-activity seekers, and two parks--Leschi Park and Frink Park--provide plenty of space in which to play. In addition to amazing views of Lake Washington, Leschi is surrounded by parks, marinas, water sports, cafes and wonderful routes for bicyclists, runners and walkers.

But outdoor sports aren't the only draw. Leschi holds two small business cores. The area along Lakeside Avenue South is home to Leschi Market, a gym and restaurants such as Daniel's Broiler, BluWater Bistro and Starbucks. A smaller commercial area on the Leschi-Mount Baker Ridge at 31st Avenue offers a spa, financial offices, a pet store and restaurants nearby.

Even with its laid-back, suburban vibe, Leschi is just a 10-minute drive from the bustling activity of downtown Seattle, and its proximity to the Interstate-90 floating bridge allows for easy access to the Eastside. Leschi's architectural medley and diversity of residents make this waterfront enclave perfect for urban-minded neighborhood living.

Transportation:
Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines. Several bus routes nearby go to various areas including Capitol Hill, downtown, Queen Anne, south Seattle, University District, etc. (#2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 27 and 48).

Shared house living: Typically, our housemates are socially-minded, responsible, working professionals who enjoy living in a nice place with other respectful individuals.  Typically, our short-term rentals approach to housing attracts people in transitional times of life, and new arrivals, including many contract workers or international visitors--really anyone who wants a convenient, hassle-free lifestyle, without having to commit to a long-term lease. Current housemates include an Amazon developer, a civil engineer, a former commercial appraiser, and myself, a former arts funder turned real estate entrepreneur. Otherwise, housemates come and go, but they are usually a very fun and interesting mix of personalities, nationalities and backgrounds.  All tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, credit, income and rental history. I am a professional property manager, and it is my job to see to it that there is a good mix of tenants--I live here too!

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please reply to HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com to schedule a showing.

Happy Investing!

Seattle Housemate Wanted!

AVAILABLE April 1!  Open house Monday at 4p, Wednesday at 6p.
Furnished monthly room rental in elegantly restored house-share with old world charm and details. Month-to-month rental, includes all utilities: wireless internet, garbage, water, sewer, electricity and gas.

Furnishings include bed, towels, linens, pillows, computer desk and chair, lamp, dresser, laundry basket, full-length mirror, artwork, rug and night stand.

Stay as short as one month - or as long as you'd like. Walking distance to Lake Washington, stores and restaurants in a quiet residential neighborhood just 2.5 miles from downtown Seattle. This elegant furnished bedroom on the main floor shares a large kitchen with two refrigerators, all modern appliances, gas stove, microwave and dishwasher. Hardwood flooring throughout, large living room with convenient gas fireplace, spacious sun porch with magnificent view of Lake Washington, Bellevue skyline and mountains. French doors to backyard deck for BBQ and yard. Washer and dryer in basement. Utilities include wireless internet, electric, gas, garbage, water, sewer, and lawn maintenance.

About the neighborhood:
Neighborhood is close to Capitol Hill, Central District and the Madrona restaurants area. It is walking distance to wooded trails to Lake Washington. Douglass Truth Library, Mountain Flow Yoga Center, Red Apple grocery store, a couple of coffee shops, Amazon.com, Lowe's and Walgreen's.

Located three miles east of Pioneer Square, Leschi draws people from nearby downtown Seattle. Named after a local Nisqually chief, Leschi has a history dating back centuries--to when it served as a seasonal Duwamish tribe settlement. By the 1890s, Leschi Park and the lakefront served as a vacation and leisure destination for local European settlers. As the neighborhood continued to develop, people started to move here and call Leschi their home.

Today, the Leschi waterfront still draws outdoor-activity seekers, and two parks--Leschi Park and Frink Park--provide plenty of space in which to play. In addition to amazing views of Lake Washington, Leschi is surrounded by parks, marinas, water sports, cafes and wonderful routes for bicyclists, runners and walkers.

But outdoor sports aren't the only draw. Leschi holds two small business cores. The area along Lakeside Avenue South is home to Leschi Market, a gym and restaurants such as Daniel's Broiler, BluWater Bistro and Starbucks. A smaller commercial area on the Leschi-Mount Baker Ridge at 31st Avenue offers a spa, financial offices, a pet store and restaurants nearby.

Even with its laid-back, suburban vibe, Leschi is just a 10-minute drive from the bustling activity of downtown Seattle, and its proximity to the Interstate-90 floating bridge allows for easy access to the Eastside. Leschi's architectural medley and diversity of residents make this waterfront enclave perfect for urban-minded neighborhood living.

Transportation:
Easy access to I-90, highways, and bus lines. Several bus routes nearby go to various areas including Capitol Hill, downtown, Queen Anne, south Seattle, University District, etc. (#2, 3, 4, 8, 14, 27 and 48).

Shared house living: Typically, our housemates are socially-minded, responsible, working professionals who enjoy living in a nice place with other respectful individuals.  Typically, our short-term rentals approach to housing attracts people in transitional times of life, and new arrivals, including many contract workers or international visitors--really anyone who wants a convenient, hassle-free lifestyle, without having to commit to a long-term lease. Current housemates include an Amazon developer, a civil engineer, a former commercial appraiser, and myself, a former arts funder turned real estate entrepreneur. Otherwise, housemates come and go, but they are usually a very fun and interesting mix of personalities, nationalities and backgrounds.  All tenants must submit an application, with screening on background, credit, income and rental history. I am a professional property manager, and it is my job to see to it that there is a good mix of tenants--I live here too!

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please  email HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com or call 888-621-4999 to schedule a showing.

Happy Investing!

Monthly Room Rental in Seattle

Room rental in this charming 1926 house-share! This sunny upstairs room is $675, with all utilities and wifi included, and will be available March 15.

Heart of Ballard location, in proximity to Burke Gilman Trail, Market St & all its amenities! Pretty living room with oak hardwoods and gas fireplace. It has 3 bedrooms up, one on the main floor, plus a recent south-facing, sunroom addition. There is a modern handicap-accessible, walk-in bathtub on the main floor. An on-site property manager takes care of common areas and improvements.

Plenty of on-street parking.

Rent includes free wifi internet access, gas, electricity, garbage, water, sewer, property management, yard maintenance, and common household supplies.

A short-term lease is OK with a $250 administrative set-up fee for leases less than six months. Other tenants are all young working professionals, including restaurant chef, insurance assistant, retail management, consultant, contractor and bookkeeper.

Contact Don Page at  206-793-6122  to schedule a viewing appointment.

Happy Investing!

Seattle 2BR Rental - $1000/mo

Yes this is for real, and yes the price is legitimate. This property is being developed, and the house will eventually be demolished. But it can be rented for a six-month term in the mean time to a tenant who is willing to deal with minor repairs, maintain the yard, and be a good tenant in the neighborhood, in exchange for a deep discount in the monthly rent. Market rent for this property otherwise would be over $1900/month.

The house has a fully fenced 10,600sf yard, with a covered front porch and a side porch. There is an electric stove and a clean refrigerator. Any tenant would need to accept the property in "as-is" condition, and be willing to make any repairs necessary during their tenancy.

The house is located on a major pedestrian and bus corridor, 1/2 block to the Rainier Beach Light Rail Station. Close to Kubota Gardens, Lake Washington, Beer Sheva Park, Rainier Beach library, community center and business district.

There is a spacious detached garage, and an unfinished basement with washer/dryer hook-ups, but no appliances.

The ideal tenant would be handy enough to take care of keeping the property clean and in good order. External appearances and good curb appeal to improve the property's "face" to the community would be extremely important.

The ideal tenant will be able to maintain the yard and grounds, ensuring that they remain clean, free of litter and grafitti. Any yard plants may be transplanted with the tenant at the end of their tenancy, if desired.

The ideal tenant is handy at making repairs as needed to bathroom and kitchen fixtures (previous tenant made lots of repairs and improvements, but new tenant will have to do their own due diligence).

Tenant may make any interior modifications that do not involve structural changes, to include cleaning, and may include changing flooring, painting, hanging items on walls, etc.

Tenant will be required to obtain renter's insurance and show a copy of the policy prior to move-in. Owner can provide referrals to insurance agents.

The ideal tenant will be a contributing member of society, a good neighbor, and a good representative for the owner in the community.

Smokers and pets are welcome. The yard is fully fenced and would be suitable for someone with pets. Please, no dangerous breeds will be allowed. Just google "dangerous breeds," if you are uncertain whether your pet will qualify.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please review the photos and video, drive by the property, and then send an email responding to these questions:

1) What is your experience in maintaining, repairing, remodeling, building or rehabbing property?
2) How are you prepared to address repairs needed to household plumbing, appliances and fixtures, if they do not work after you move in?
3) How would you be willing to maintain the grounds and yard at this property?
4) What pets do you own? are they licensed in the City of Seattle?
5) Do you have your own washer/dryer? or do you plan to use a laundromat?
6) Why do you think you would be a good fit for this rental?
7) Have you driven by the property?
8) Would a six month lease work for you, with possible monthly extensions?

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! No appointments will be scheduled until the above instructions have been followed. Showings will be scheduled November 11, please email for showing times.

Happy Investing!

$1200 Seattle Apartment for Rent

This newly renovated one bedroom apartment is located in a fully renovated early 1900s building on a quiet, residential street, walking distance from Harborview, Swedish Cherry Hill, and other Central District and First Hill amenities. The address is 515 22nd Avenue, Seattle 98122.

The living room has refinished original fir floors, high ceilings, and large windows that lets in light and breezes.

The bedroom features refinished fir floors, and a spacious closet.
The eat-in kitchen is large, with plenty of room for a table or desk, and features more large windows, plus new counters, a new range, and plenty of storage in the new cabinets. The good-sized bathroom has a full tub.
Original features of the building, including high ceilings, picture moulding, and extensive woodwork have been preserved throughout the apartment.

There is a washer and dryer in the basement of the building, and free parking is readily available on the street. The building is in a great location with restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and buses within easy walking distance. Walk score is 86, or 'very walkable'!

Rental terms are a one year lease and a $1,200 refundable security deposit. Pets may be OK with a small additional deposit. Tenant pays electricity (lights and heat), plus $50 per month for water, sewer, and trash.

There is a $25pp screening fee, but the first qualified applicant who puts down a $1200 deposit in the form of a cashier's check will be approved for the rental. The deposit is fully refundable, if the tenant does not pass the screening process. It is not refundable if the tenant does not move in.

Please email HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com or call our 24/7 recorded hotline at 888-621-4999 to leave your contact information.

Happy Investing!

2BR Top Floor Seattle Apartment for Rent

SHOWING THIS AFTERNOON 4PM FRIDAY, 10/24. Available November 1!

This very spacious two bedroom apartment is on the top floor of a renovated Victorian building on a quiet, residential street. With views of the city skyline and Mt Rainier, this wonderful apartment is centrally located, well-laid out, and has lots of living and storage space!

The living room has refinished original fir floors, a bank of east-facing windows, a ceiling fan, and lots of room for relaxing and entertaining. The newly-renovated kitchen is very spacious and features granite counters, newer appliances, and plenty of cabinet and storage space.

The larger bedroom features refinished fir floors and an enormous walk-in closet / storage area. The second bedroom also offers plenty of space for a queen or king sized bed, plus a good amount of storage space. The large bathroom is tiled and has a tub, plus an adjacent linen closet.

The apartment also features a large private deck with views of Mt Rainier and the Cascades. The building has a fully fenced, shared back yard including a patio area for grilling and entertaining.

There is a washer and dryer in the basement of the building, and free parking is readily available on the street. The building is in a great location with restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and buses within easy walking distance.

Available November 1. Rental terms are a $2,100/month, security deposit of $2150, no last month rent, and a one year lease. Cats and some dogs (no dangerous breeds, please!) are OK with a small additional fee. Please call 888-621-4999 for more details, or to schedule an appointment.



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Sunny 2BR Victorian Rental

OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW 10/18 AT TWELVE NOON!

940 24th Avenue in the Oxford Apartments

 

This very spacious two bedroom apartment is on the top floor of a renovated Victorian building on a quiet, residential street. With views of the city skyline and Mt Rainier, this wonderful apartment is centrally located, well-laid out, and has lots of living and storage space!

The living room has refinished original fir floors, a bank of east-facing windows, a ceiling fan, and lots of room for relaxing and entertaining. The newly-renovated kitchen is very spacious and features granite counters, newer appliances, and plenty of cabinet and storage space.

The larger bedroom features refinished fir floors and an enormous walk-in closet / storage area. The second bedroom also offers plenty of space for a queen or king sized bed, plus a good amount of storage space. The large bathroom is tiled and has a tub, plus an adjacent linen closet. 

The apartment also features a large private deck with views of Mt Rainier and the Cascades. The building has a fully fenced, shared back yard including a patio area for grilling and entertaining.

There is a washer and dryer in the basement of the building, and free parking is readily available on the street. The building is in a great location with restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and buses within easy walking distance. 

Available November 1. Rental terms are a $2,100/month, security deposit of $2150, no last month rent, and a one year lease. Cats and some dogs (no dangerous breeds, please!) are OK with a small additional fee. Please call 888-621-4999 for more details, or to schedule an appointment.

Happy Investing!

Tenant Repairs

How do you get a tenant to make necessary repairs to a property you own?

My last blog post advertised a house that my development company plans to tear down to make way for a mixed use commercial development at the Rainier Beach Light Rail Station. We closed on it one week ago.

The house was previously rented, but it has been vacant for at least a year, and the yard has become seriously overgrown. It was cited by community residents as a property in need of clean-up, fix-up as part of the Mayor's Community Walk in Rainier Beach last week.

Yet, it will be at least six months before we demolish the house and grounds.

So I advertised it as a short-term rental at the low, low price of $500 per month. I was looking for a handyman or tenant willing and skilled in making house repairs, property improvements, and willing to do extensive yardwork (bids to just clean up the yard ranged from $500-1000).

I was swamped with calls and emails, as would be expected at this price. I had many outstanding applicants from which to choose.

My top candidate is former military, employed by a Security firm. This applicant was willing to pre-pay the six months rent in full, make all necessary repairs and clean-up, and even hire me to help her buy a house at the end of the six months. That is certainly over the top, stand-out from the crowd material! She signed her lease agreement today.

Other investors offer the purchase of a house at a good price to lease-option buyers, who are willing to do all fix-up and repair. So it is possible to do....

Happy Investing!

$500/mo Short Term Rental in Seattle

Yes this is for real, and yes the price is legitimate. This property is being developed, but can be rented for a six-month term to a tenant who is willing to deal with minor repairs, maintain the yard, and be a good tenant in the neighborhood.

Here is the link to the virtual tour!** Virtual Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQCH29VW3J0

The house is located on a major pedestrian and bus corridor, 1/2 block to the Rainier Beach Light Rail Station. Close to Kubota Gardens, Lake Washington, Beer Sheva Park, Rainier Beach library, community center and business district.

There is a spacious detached garage, and an unfinished basement with washer/dryer hook-ups, but no appliances. There is an electric stove and a clean refrigerator - but no guarantees on working conditions. Any tenant would need to accept the property in "as-is" condition, and be willing to make any repairs necessary during their tenancy.

The ideal tenant would be handy enough to take care of keeping the property clean and in good order. External appearances and good curb appeal to improve the property's "face" to the community would be extremely important.

The ideal tenant will be able to maintain the yard and grounds, ensuring that they remain clean, free of litter and graffiti. Any yard plants may be transplanted with the tenant at the end of their tenancy, if desired.

The ideal tenant is handy at making repairs as needed to bathroom and kitchen fixtures (these have not been inspected by owner, so tenant will have to do their own due diligence). Tenant must also install smoke detectors as required by code, for their own protection.

Tenant may make any interior modifications that do not involve structural changes, but will most certainly include cleaning, and may include changing flooring, painting, hanging items on walls, etc.

Tenant will be required to obtain renter's insurance and show a copy of the policy prior to move-in. Owner can provide referrals to insurance agents.

The ideal tenant will be a contributing member of society, a good neighbor, and a good representative for the owner in the community.

Smokers and pets are welcome. The yard is fully fenced and would be suitable for someone with pets. Please, no dangerous breeds will be allowed. Just google "dangerous breeds," if you are uncertain whether your pet will qualify.

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please review the photos
http://postlets.com/r/4354-s-henderson-st-seattle-wa-98118/11926752

and embedded video, drive by the property, and then send an email responding to these questions:

1) What is your experience in maintaining, repairing, remodeling, building or rehabbing property?
2) Do you own a car? bicycle? do you use public transit?
3) How would you be willing to maintain the grounds and yard at this property?
4) What pets do you own? are they licensed in the City of Seattle?
5) Do you have your own washer/dryer? or do you plan to use a laundromat?
6) Why do you think you would be a good fit for this rental?
7) Have you driven by the property?

Please reply to HomeLandInvestment@gmail.com