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DeSoto Arms Apartments
Seattle, WA 98103
- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- 513–725Square Feet
About DeSoto Arms Apartments
Built in 1928, in the heart of Fremont, DeSoto Arms offers 10 large studios and 4 one-bedroom units. All apartments boast coved ceilings, oak hardwood floors, glass-handled doorknobs, classic textured walls, wide floor molding, original period bath floor tile, and refinished deep iron bathtubs. The top-floor, western-facing units also offer views of the Ship Canal, Ballard, and fisherman’s terminal. The building showcases its vintage beautifully, with beautiful symmetry, several stunning stained-glass windows, and wide interior corridors featuring coved ceilings and beautiful original wall sconces for lighting. Property highlights and updates include controlled-access intercom entry, updated electric baseboard heating system, and dual pane vinyl windows. Many units offer remodeled kitchens and baths with new cabinets, granite, and tile. Some views! The property’s excellent location on the corner of two quiet residential streets surrounded by Fremont’s incredible array of nightlife, employment, transit, and amenities make it an appealing place to call home. • Shared laundry facilities are located on-site • Plenty of street parking easily surrounding the building. • On bus lines and the best location to bike! • Cats are welcome with a deposit, restrictions apply.
DeSoto Arms Apartments is located in the Fremont Neighborhood and 98103 Zip code of Seattle, WA.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Bathtub
- Classic Charm
- Electric/Heat metered by Seattle City Light
- Laundry On-Site
- Near Bus Line
- Near Public Tranportation
- On-Site Management
- Professional Management
- Remodeled
- RESIDENT MANAGER
- Smart-App Laundry Machines On-Site
- Updated Units
- Vintage Flooring
- Vintage Tile
- Water/Sewer/Garbage/Gas billed RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing) based on occupancy and building usage.
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STUDIO/1BA
$1,675
Studio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ftAvailable Nov 1Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,675 November 1, 2025 205 513 $900 Unit 205 Amenities and Features
Interior
- Vintage Building
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Living Space
- Hardwood Floors
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Bathtub
- Classic Charm
- Electric/Heat metered by Seattle City Light
- Laundry On-Site
- Near Bus Line
- Near Public Tranportation
- On-site Management
- Professional Management
- Remodeled
- Resident Manager
- Smart-App Laundry Machines On-Site
- Vintage Flooring
- Vintage Tile
- Water/Sewer/Garbage/Gas billed RUBS (Ratio Ut
- Water/Sewer/Garbage/Gas billed RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing) based on occupancy and building usage.
Unit Description
DeSoto Arms Apartments is a 1920's vintage Seattle building in the heart of Fremont. DeSoto Arms offers ten large vintage studios, four spacious 1-bedroom units and one newly built 2-bedroom with 2-bath unit. All vintage apartments boast coved ceilings, oak hardwood floors, glass-handled doorknobs, classic textured walls, wide floor molding, original period bath floor tile, and refinished deep iron bathtubs. The upper floor western-facing units also offer views of the Ship Canal, Ballard, and Fisherman’s terminal. The building showcases its vintage beautifully, with beautiful symmetry, several stunning stained-glass windows, and wide interior corridors featuring coved ceilings and beautiful original wall sconces for lighting. Property highlights and updates include controlled-access intercom entry, updated electric baseboard heating system, and dual pane vinyl windows. Many units offer remodeled kitchens and baths with new cabinets, granite, and tile. The property’s excellent location on the corner of two quiet residential streets surrounded by Fremont’s incredible array of nightlife, employment, transit, and amenities make it an appealing place to call home. Street parking is located on the surrounding streets, as well as a new electric charging parking space conveniently next to the building. Utilities: Water, Sewer, Garbage, Gas tenants pay RUBS utilities: their unit's share of building consumption. Electric tenants pay metered usage directly to Seattle City Light.
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Price
- $1,675
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STUDIO/1BA - Image 10 Apartment Unit: 205Apartment Model: STUDIO/1BAStudio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ftAvailable November 1, 20251 Bedroom
1BD/1BA
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 725 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1BD/1BA 725 sq ft 2 Bedrooms
2 Beds, 1.5 baths
2 Beds, 1.5 BathsAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Unavailable 2 Beds, 1.5 baths 2BD/1.5BA
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 700 sq ftAvailability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2BD/1.5BA 700 sq ft
Property Information
- 14 Units
- 2 Stories
- Built in 1928
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Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
60 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Nearby Schools
Ballard High School
Hamilton International Middle School
B F Day Elementary School
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Time and distance from DeSoto Arms Apartments.
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
Homegoods
Michael's
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Fred Meyer
Trader Joes
Safeway
Hospitals
University Of Washington Medical Center
Seattle Children's Hospital
Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital
Military Bases
Fort Lawton Military Reserve
Naval Supply Center
Shopping Centers
DeSoto Arms Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.
Transit Stations
Fairview Ave N & Ward St-South Lake Union Streetcar
Fairview & Campus Drive-South Lake Union Streetcar
Fairview Ave N & Aloha St-South Lake Union Streetcar
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Studio Apartments | $1,642 | $315 | $4,813 |
| Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $600 | $10,000+ |
| Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,168 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,848 | $1,099 | $10,000+ |
| Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,707 | $1,099 | $10,000+ |
| Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $799 | $10,000+ |
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