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516 Bellevue Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 785-3769
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Amherst

516 Bellevue Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 785-3769
Amherst in Seattle, WA - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,395-$1,695Pricing
  • 660–880Square Feet

About Amherst

Capitol Hill 1 Bedroom available in a classic brick building with hardwood floors and coved ceilings, just blocks from Broadway, and around the corner from the bars and restaurants at Summit Ave and East Mercer. The Capitol Hill light rail station is just a short walk away. No smoking, but cats okay. $1,000 security deposit. $100/mo. water/sewer. I am available most afternoons and early evenings for if you would like to schedule an appointment.

Amherst is located in the Capitol Hill Neighborhood and 98102 Zip code of Seattle, WA. This community is professionally managed by Avalon LLC

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Amherst offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,395 and having 660–880 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 Bed, 1 bath

      From $1,395

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 660-880 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      From $1,395Available Now1 Bed, 1 bath660-880 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Detector
      • Smoke Free
      • Tenant Controlled HVAC
      • Tub/Shower
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Wi-Fi

      Kitchen

      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,395 - $1,695
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 14 Units
    • 4 Stories
    • Built in 1928

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Trash Pickup Curbside
    • 24 Hour Access

    Community Features

    • Vintage Building

    Outdoor Features

    • Courtyard
    • Controlled Access

    Interior Features

    • Tenant Controlled Hvac
    • Smoke Detector
    • Tub/Shower
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi Fi
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Area Features

    • Hardwood Floors
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    516 Bellevue Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102

    Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst

    Where is Amherst located?

    Amherst is located at 516 Bellevue Ave E near the Capitol Hill area of Seattle, WA

    What is the current rent range at Amherst?

    1 Bedrooms at Amherst is $1,395. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The Amherst Apartments are 36.7% cheaper than the average apartment in the Capitol Hill area, and 38.1% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Capitol Hill Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,395$2,203-$808-36.7%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Seattle

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,395$2,252-$857-38.1%

      Methodology: On 12/10/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 956 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Amherst (Capitol Hill), and 4364 other apartment communities in Seattle using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 12/10/2025

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    Nearby Schools

    Lowell Elementary School

    Seattle Public Schools
    1058 East Mercer Street
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (331 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
    4/10

    Garfield High School

    Seattle Public Schools
    400 23rd Avenue
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1642 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
    8/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Amherst.

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    566 Denny Way
    2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

    Homegoods

    1500 W Armory Way
    5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

    Michael's

    1700 W Armory Way
    5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Seattle Central Community College

    1701 Broadway Avenue
    1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

    Golden Gate University - Seattle Campus

    1424 Fourth Avenue, Suite 410
    2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

    Seattle University

    900 Broadway
    2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

    Groceries

    Trader Joes

    112 W Galer St
    4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

    Fred Meyer

    915 NW 45th St
    7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away

    Safeway

    3020 NE 45th St
    7 minute drive / 3.33 miles away

    Hospitals

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St
    2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

    Swedish Medical Center

    747 Broadway
    2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

    Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital

    201 - 16th Avenue East
    2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

    Military Bases

    Fort Lawton Military Reserve

    10 minute drive / 4.8 miles away

    Naval Supply Center

    22 minute drive / 10.65 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Harvard Mansion

    201 Harvard Ave E
    1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

    Rite Aid

    201-215 Broadway E
    1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

    Broadway Market

    401 Broadway E
    1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

    Amherst has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Terry & Thomas-South Lake Union Streetcar

    1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Seattle Studio Apartments $1,650$594$6,425
    Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,252$600$10,000+
    Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,163$980$10,000+
    Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,315$1,099$10,000+
    Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,332$1,099$10,000+
    Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,281$950$10,000+
    Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments $2,988$1,365$10,000+

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