Urgent(ish) living needs (Seattle: 2015, apartments, rentals)

[lostsoul2015]

I know I've made a few threads here about walkable places in Seattle or its surroundings to find a place to live and all have been great, thank you.

I just moved from the UK into Eugene OR but unfortunately that isn't working out and need to now, finally, move to Seattle.

Given my situation and other personal circumstances, I am hoping the nice folks here can help me understand or recommend me areas where:

- walkable or at least easily accessible to grocery stores
- not TOO expensive (around $2100/month and that's stretching it)
- in a decent neighbourhood

basically looking for a townhouse/house rental (2 bed or 1 bed + office space). I don't drive (yet) and that is really getting me down at this point in time and I am pretty much in anxious/panic mode because of my own situation here in Eugene OR.

I just realized I also need to buy my own furnishings too adding to the cost such as bed/dishes/microwave etc... (eek!).

Anyone know any places or companies who can help me find a place? Seattle Rental Group, last time I spoke around 2-3 weeks ago, said they had nothing.

Zillow shows a few places but not familiar with the areas and not even sure how far such places are from groceries/amenities.

Thank you all. Be safe in this winter and I hope you have a happy holidays. I appreciate anything and really sorry for the almost duplicate post again. I am in utter stress and panic mode. New city/country and moving around again, pretty much on your own, isn't fun. 2016 has been horrible for me.

[mhays25]

Any idea where you'll work? Being close to that will be useful, and help you avoid having a car for as long as you want.

[lostsoul2015]

I work remotely pretty much so that's not the concern but as long as its a walkable area then all good

[iSavedLatin]

With that price point and your space requirements, I imagine the best option for you would be the Columbia City area. It's the most walkable neighborhood south of downtown Seattle, has a really nice downtown area itself, and is a little bit cheaper than most other dense, in-city neighborhoods (for now, anyway). West Seattle near one of the Junctions could be a possibility, but prices are climbing there rather quickly.

[leastprime]

The Publix (across from King Station). The Anthem (Yesler + Boren/Broadway)
Both close to restaurants, food, transportation.

[lostsoul2015]

Thank you all.
Columbia city - how far is that from DT Seattle? (out of curiosity)
Do you know the best place to find rentals in those areas?

even if its a few blocks to get groceries - i'm all good for that. Just don't want it to be like a 30 minute walk to get to it.

how much roughly are we talking for a 2 bed place in those areas?

[CrazyDonkey]

Lower Queen Anne: Apartments For Rent in Lower Queen Anne Seattle | Zillow

[west seattle gal]

I quickest transition would be to rent a small apartment in Ballard, Fremont, Wallingford, Green Lake, or near California Ave in West Seattle. A commercial apartment would be easier to find and can take a large deposit if you do not yet have credit established in the U.S. My sister just rented a tiny house in Wallingford, 500 ft2, for 2K/month, but 8 other people also completed applications to get it -- she was selected because of who she knows and her perfect credit. An apartment will not be as competitive to obtain and are easier to find (more plentiful).

There are countless apartments with availability in these neighborhoods, I just checked. Use google maps to look at the surroundings. Don't choose anything on Aurora Ave, but otherwise these neighborhoods are safe, desirable and walkable.

[lostsoul2015]

Thank you. I do have good credit and cash too if they need it. Ideally I just want to settle now than have to freakin' move again. I really cannot afford to do that again. If worst comes to worst, I will have to suck it up and do apartments but I really want to avoid it due to my large experiences in them.

CD: Thanks again. What is Lower Queen Anne like in terms of the neighbourhood?

[west seattle gal]

Originally Posted by lostsoul2015

Thank you. I do have good credit and cash too if they need it. Ideally I just want to settle now than have to freakin' move again. I really cannot afford to do that again. If worst comes to worst, I will have to suck it up and do apartments but I really want to avoid it due to my large experiences in them.

CD: Thanks again. What is Lower Queen Anne like in terms of the neighbourhood?

Lower Queen Anne is great, very walkable but more urban.