Madison Park Rental Home: $4,500/Month

*Synced from Seattle Luxury Rental Blog
This three bed three bath Madison Park home is a perfect location, is now available for rent! Three bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor & 2 baths. The Office features views on the 3rd floor, and master bedroom has 3/4 bath and a fireplace. On the main floor, you’ll find an updated kitchen, family room, dining room, living room, & powder room. The yard space is truly amazing! There’s a large deck off the kitchen and family room, and two side patios on the South side of the home. The laundry room is located in the basement, and there is a two car garage parking off the alley. *Looking for a short term lease – 3 months* All rooms are furnished except one bedroom. For more information on this, or other Seattle rentals, contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed//Bath:	3//3
Price:	$4,500/Month

Renton Rental Home: $3,995

Extraordinary Kennydale home with stunning views of Lake Washington. Great open floor plan with rich hardwood floors and walls of windows creating lots of bright light throughout. This updated home has everything, including granite counter-tops and stainless steel appliances and is an entertainers dream. TWO MASTER SUITES. No expense was spared when it comes to the tranquil and private backyard, it’s truly a masterpiece. Close to parks, beaches, boat launches, shopping, restaurants & minutes from 405. For more information on Seattle area rentals, contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed//Bath:	4//3
Price:	$3,995

Madrona Rental Home: $2,450

*Synced from Seattle Luxury Rentals. 
This adorable brick home just across from the Madrona Playground is now available for rent! Located just two blocks from St. Therese Madrona Elementary, this home features a large living room with a separate dining room, and a lovely kitchen with spacious cabinet room and room for a small table. There are two large bedrooms on the main floor, and the downstairs has a 3rd bedroom that could also be used as a family room. The garage is perfect for one car and has a ton of storage space, or could be used as a work area. The home also has a sizable backyard that is partially fenced with a small patio perfect for BBQs in the summer months. For more information on this rental or other Seattle rental homes, contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed//Bath:	3//1
Price:	$2,450

Capitol Hill Craftsman For Rent: $3,950

This lovely Craftsman on north Capitol Hill street is now available for rent! This two story home with a basemen, has been remodeled in keeping with the charm of the turn of the century. The kitchen is a state of the art , with an island for sitting and talking with the cook, gas stove , and the kitchen overlooks the back yard that features a wonderful Play set outside. Hardwood floors throughout the first and second floor, and lower level has a family room and an additional bedroom. If you’re interested in this or other Seattle rentals contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed/Bath:	4//2
Price:	$3,950

Leschi Hillside Rental: $4,500

This contemporary masterpiece is nestled against the forested foothills of Leschi, and features a spectacular rooftop terrace with panoramic views! This 4 bed 3 bath rental home is mere steps to the waterfront, parks, shopping and minutes to downtown Seattle. The home features hardwood flooring throughout, radiant heat, a commercial grade elevator, and security system. There is a gourmet kitchen with slab granite counters and top appliances. This home also includes a 5 piece master suite in marble. If you’re interested in this home, or other Seattle rentals please contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed/Bath:	4//3
Price:	$4,500

Renter Competition is Stiff: Come Prepared With Renter Application Packet

These days Seattle rentals are few and far between, and in our competitive rental market bringing your checkbook ready to cash in the deposit no longer puts you on the top of the applicant stack. In other popular cities like San Francisco renters arriving at showings can expect a long line of other applicants already waiting at the door, so if you’re looking to be one step ahead of the game, putting together a renter application packet could be be your ticket to a new rental.

Downtown Seattle Rental: $4,500/Month

Get the following documents prepared before your rental showing:

• A copy of your ID: either a driver’s license or passport

• Proof of employment: A pay stub will suffice, but if you can get a letter from your employer confirming your employment that would be beneficial.

• Pay stub: Several landlords have minimum salary requirements, so having at least 3 of your most recent pay stubs is important.

• A bank statement: Having a bank statement available that indicates you are financially stable and capable of paying rent could be the difference between you and someone less prepared.

• References: Have a list of references, past landlords, past neighbors and business partners is a great way to enphasize that you are a responsible tenant.

• Rental Application, and fee: This is most important if you’re able to request the application prior to the showing. Some property management websites have these available for prospective tenants, and also having a check handy for the application fee will indicate your preparedness.

Make sure that you double check all of the application requirements prior to your showing if available, and don’t forget to bring your checkbook along with your completed renter application packet. Good luck on your rental hunt! If you’re interested in Seattle rentals, contact your local real estate agent today!

Washington Park Rental Home: $7,000

This beautiful Washington Park rental home has spectacular views of Lake Washington and Mt Rainer from nearly every room, and is now available rent. This home was completely remodeled in 2007, and is in impeccable condition. There are 4 bedrooms on the top floor, an expansive deck which is adjacent to an open kitchen and living room, and also has a wonderful backyard, and a media room! The downstairs has a separate guest suite, and the home also includes an office with a wall-wall bookcase, and a wine cellar. There is a two car garage attached for your convenience. If you are interested in this, or other Seattle rentals, please contact your local real estate agent today.

Status:	For Rent
Bed/Bath:	5&4
Price:	$7,000/Month

Madison Park Home For Rent: $8,000

This freshly rebuilt  4 bed, 2.25 bath Washington Park Home is now available for rent! The home has outstanding views of Lake Washington and Mountain views from nearly every room, including views of Mt Rainer! There are three spacious bedrooms on the upper level, and the main floor has the kitchen, and family room, with a walk-out level lawn and terrace. The lower level has a rec room, and a nanny’s quarters, and the homes comes with a two car garage. There is also ample street parking, and the home is a stone’s throw from the popular Madison Park favored restaurants and shops. If you’re interested in this or other Seattle rentals, contact your local real estate agent today.

	Status:	For Rent
	Bed/Bath:	4/2.25
	Price:	$8,000

Two New Developers Begin Apartment Construction this Summer on 14th & Republican

There is a new apartment project being planned on Capitol Hill, on the corner of 14th Ave E & E Republican Street, that is said to be for renters looking for a boutique building to live in, with retail and a great walkable score. According to the Daily Journal of Commerce, new developers  John Schack and Dugan Earl have formed a development and consulting  company in the Seattle area called Revolve, and will begin construction on their first project this summer. Finding the perfect site for the proposed 35 unit 4 story apartment complex wasn’t easy. The dynamic due apparently spent 6 months analyzing  some 150 sites on Capitol Hill, Fremont, Ballard, Columbia City and West Seattle; all urban areas predicted to continue blossoming with renters.

While they were knee deep in the search, they ran into a road block, and a big one at that. According to Schack, “once a property is listed, it’s blood in the water for piranhas.” They found themselves coming in second, and being beat to the punch when expressing interest in any given project, so they found an alternative option. They approached sites that were of interest to them that were off-market, and purchased a 10,183-square-foot Capitol Hill site in November 2011 that is soon to be the home of their first project. The building will have 33 one bedroom units, 2 studios, and 19 stalls for below ground parking, a courtyard for entertainment, and a roof top deck. For more news to come on when the project will be leasing units, visit Revolve’s news blog.