Welcome to Columbia Apartments
Historic SRO Living in the Heart of Columbia City
Move-In Special
3 weeks free rent on vacant units — 3 weeks free rent, restrictions apply, see office for details
Starting At
$750 - $815
/month
Floor Plans
Studios
4 available
Pets
Pets are allowed with approval. Monthly pet rent is $24 per cat and $49 per dog. Maximum of two pets per unit. All pets are approved on a case-by-case basis.
Parking
No on-site parking is available. Ample free street parking is available nearby.
Simple Living in a Connected Community
Columbia Apartments offers SRO-style studio living in the historic Columbia City neighborhood—providing an affordable housing option with essential amenities and unbeatable access to transit and local culture.
Historic Neighborhood
Located in one of Seattle’s most vibrant and historic communities.
Transit Accessible
Surrounded by bus routes and light rail options for easy city access.
Affordable City Living
A cost-effective way to live independently in a prime Seattle neighborhood.
Available Studios
View current availability and learn more about SRO-style studios at Columbia Apartments.
4 units available
Columbia Apartments
Unit 28
Video$799
Available Nov 14, 2026
Columbia Apartments
Unit 22
Video$795
Available Oct 22, 2026
Columbia Apartments
Unit 17
Video$815
Available Nov 2, 2026
Columbia Apartments
Unit 26
$750
Available Oct 13, 2026
Market-rate homes: Standard applicants: credit score confirm with the property team; confirm with the property team. Co-signers: confirm with the property team. Guarantor service: confirm with the property team. Final screening and affordable-program eligibility require separate review.
Studios Designed for Simplicity
Columbia Apartments features SRO-style studios designed for single-resident occupancy, offering private living space with shared facilities.
Private Studio Rooms
Studios include large windows, a sink, refrigerator, and two-burner stovetop.
Individual Cooking Areas
Each unit includes a dedicated cooking area with essential appliances.
Shared Bathrooms
Bathrooms and showers are shared and conveniently located on each floor.
Community-Focused Living
Columbia Apartments offers basic community amenities that support everyday needs.
On-Site Laundry
Shared laundry facilities are available at the end of every hallway.
Transit-Oriented Location
The building is located near multiple bus routes and light rail options.
Historic Building
A classic Seattle building rooted in the Columbia City community.
Building Amenities
Onsite laundry facilities, near public transportation.
Laundry
Shared laundry facilities are available on-site. Has laundry at the end of every hallway.
Kitchen
Each studio has an individual cooking area with a two-burner stove, sink, and full-size fridge/freezer.
Bathroom
Bathrooms are shared, located on each floor, with no individual bathrooms in the units.
Live in Columbia City
Columbia Apartments is ideally located near the heart of Columbia City, offering easy access to daily essentials, arts, food, and outdoor recreation.
Grocery & Essentials
QFC is just 0.3 miles away for fresh groceries and daily needs.
Coffee & Cafés
Empire Roasters & Records is one block away for coffee and community vibes.
Parks & Outdoor Space
Nearby access to Genesee Park, Seward Park, and Mount Baker Beach.
Arts & Culture
Columbia City Theater and the Farmers Market are just minutes away.
Walkability
Grocery stores, coffee shops, restaurants, and parks are all within walking distance.
Transit
Excellent access to bus lines and light rail keeps the city within reach.
Property facts
- Has Elevator
- No
- Neighborhood
- Rainier Valley
- Shared laundry
- Yes
- In-unit laundry
- none
- On-site parking
- No
- Pets — Allowed
- Yes
- Pets — Cats Allowed
- Yes
- Pets — Deposit
- 0
- Pets — Dog Rent Monthly
- 49
- Pets — Cat Rent Monthly
- 24
- Deposit — Type
- fixed
- Deposit — Fixed
- 500
- Fees — Application
- 50
- Lease Terms Months
- 6, 9, 12
Amenities
- Controlled access entry
- Smoke-free property
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees and utilities for market-rate homes?
Monthly costs and utilities Market-rate homes: Studio: $104.00 per month in fixed required landlord charges, in addition to base rent. Combined flat utility charge: $85.00 per month (already included in that total). Tenant Benefit Package: $19.00; monthly; required. Water: Fixed monthly landlord charge. Sewer: Fixed monthly landlord charge. Garbage: Fixed monthly landlord charge. Common gas: Fixed monthly landlord charge. In-unit gas: Fixed monthly landlord charge. Common electricity: Fixed monthly landlord charge. In-unit electricity: Fixed monthly landlord charge. Sewer capacity: Not applicable. Application fee: $50.00 per applicant. Refundable security deposit: $500.00. Dog rent: $49.00 per month per dog. Cat rent: $24.00 per month per cat. Pet deposit: $0.00. Available lease terms: 6, 9, 12 months. Market-rate homes: Standard applicants: credit score confirm with the property team; confirm with the property team. Co-signers: confirm with the property team. Guarantor service: confirm with the property team. Final screening and affordable-program eligibility require separate review. Select the home and affordable program before quoting costs. Unknown amounts require property-team confirmation. RUBS and provider bills are additional variable costs. Utility allowances reduce affordable rent limits; they are not charges collected by the landlord.
Application Requirements
Rental Criteria
Market-rate homes: Standard applicants: credit score confirm with the property team; confirm with the property team. Co-signers: confirm with the property team. Guarantor service: confirm with the property team. Final screening and affordable-program eligibility require separate review.
Columbia Apartments
From $750/mo · 4 units