All-Inclusive Living at The Ellington Condominiums in the Heart of Seattle's Vibrant Belltown Neighborhood. Your monthly rent covers everything water, sewer, garbage, electricity, a reserved parking spot, and a private storage unit. The only thing you'll need to set up is internet and cable.
**Optional furnishings available for no extra charge: couch, dining table w/2 chairs, bed linens, bathroom linens, kitchen dishes and cookware.
Welcome to your urban sanctuary a cozy yet impressively spacious condo nestled just two blocks from the waterfront, the Space Needle, MoPOP and a short 18-minute stroll to Pike Place Market. Whether you're catching a show at Climate Pledge Arena (11-minute walk), commuting via the Microsoft Connector (1-minute walk), or working at nearby tech giants like Amazon, Meta, or Google in South Lake Union this location is unbeatable.
Surrounded by some of Seattle's most beloved restaurants, you'll be steps from Black Bottle, Some Random Bar, Umi Sake House, Tilikum Place Cafe, Shiro's Sushi, and The Pink Door, Aqua by El Gaucho at Pier 70 and more, perfect for spontaneous date nights or brunch with friends.
Inside, you'll find thoughtful touches like gas stove (a chef's dream), dimmable lighting, and floor-to-ceiling bay windows with top-down/bottom-up curtains for daylight and privacy control. The building offers 24-hour concierge security, a spacious assigned parking spot right next to the elevator, and a 5'x5' storage unit for your gear. Hosting guests? Take advantage of two guest suites available for just a flat fee of $95 per night, the lowest price offered by a condominium in the area!
With a quiet portable AC unit, ample closet space, and generous bathroom storage, this unit is ideal for professionals, creatives, and anyone seeking a stylish, secure, and central home base in Seattle.
Building Details and Amenities:
Club House with Community Barbecue
2 Outdoor Terraces
Conference Room
Fitness Center with Free Weights
Hot Tub
24 Hour Concierge with night patrol
Controlled Access/Gated garage
Bicycle Storage
Elevators
Package Receiving
EV Charging Reservations for a fee
Two Guest Suites available for $95/night each
Recycling & Composting
Unit Features:
In Unit Washer/Dryer
Floor to ceiling Bay Windows
Top down/bottom up blinds and optional curtains
City-scape view with the historic Labor building
Upgraded Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Stove, Refrigerator & Freezer
Air Conditioning Unit
Laminate & tile floors
Other Special Features:
Large assigned parking space right next to the elevator
5'x5' assigned Storage Space
Pets
$300 refundable deposit
$35 monthly fee
Restrictions: 30 pounds, max 2 pets total
Dogs - case by case
Cats - allowed
Essential Property Details:
Monthly Rent: $1875
Refundable Security Deposit: $1500
First, Last + Deposit(s) at move in
Minimum 12 month lease
Available Move-In Date: October 1st, weekday move-in only
Utilities Included: Everything (rent, water/sewer/garbage, electricity, parking spot, storage unit) except internet and cable, which are set up independently.
Policies, Application & Screening Info:
Renter must abide by The Ellington Condominium HOA Rules & Regulations.
Non-refundable Application Fee: $45 (covers background check)
Required Documents: Proof of income, ID, references
Screening Criteria: Credit score, background check, rental history
Income Requirements: 2.5x rent
Renter's Insurance Required
This property complies with Seattle's Rental Registration & Inspection Ordinance (RRIO)
All applicants will be screened in accordance with Seattle's Fair Chance Housing Ordinance and Fair Housing laws.
To reserve this unit and remove the listing from the market, a $400 holding deposit is required. This amount will be credited toward your total move-in costs on lease start day.
Minimum 12 month lease, $1875 for one tenant.
Maximum 2 tenants, 2nd person will require additional $50/month.
Maximum 2 week max stay for visitors in unit.
No smoking allowed.
No subletting.
Rent includes: water/sewer/garbage, electricity, parking spot, storage unit.
Maximum 2 pets with refundable pet deposit and monthly pet rent. Pet screening required before applicate approval.
Renters insurance required.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,875/mo
2801 1st Ave APT 205, Seattle, WA 98121
Studio
447sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Window unit
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
Wall furnace
What's special
Floor-to-ceiling bay windowsDimmable lightingAir conditioning unitGas stoveLaminate and tile floors
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 447 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Cable not included in rent, Clubroom, Concierge, Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Electricity included in rent, Garbage included in rent, Heating system: Wall, Internet not included in rent, No Utilities included in rent, Sewage included in rent, Water included in rent
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hottub Spa
Details
- Parcel number: 2313300080
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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9/16/2025 | Price change | $1,875-3.8%$4/sqft |
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9/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,950$4/sqft |
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8/2/2021 | Sold | $325,000-4.3%$727/sqft |
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7/3/2021 | Pending sale | $339,500$760/sqft |
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5/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $339,500+47.6%$760/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Belltown
There are 5 available units in this apartment building