6706 12th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
What This House Offers
Spacious Ballard 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom classic craftsman home with natural light and recent upgrades on a quiet neighborly street. Ideal for families, people working from home, or friend groups to rent for accessible year round activities. Situated on a charming residential block with a 86/100 walk score in easy strolling distance of the best Ballard has to offer! Enjoy the numerous restaurants,
cafes, breweries, parks and farmers markets all nearby. Major metro routes nearby offer quick and easy access to all of Seattle and multiple public schools are within walking distance.
The main floor offers a bright living room with an adjoining dining area, updated kitchen with new stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, a full bath, and two bedrooms perfect for you or for use as guest rooms or a home office. Refinished wood floors throughout the downstairs. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms with large closets/storage space. The backyard deck off the kitchen offers outdoor space for relaxing in the morning sun or entertaining and leads to the large private yard, perfect for gardening and enjoying the outdoors. The one car attached garage leads to the full basement with laundry, generous storage and a bonus refrigerator. Central AC throughout that will keep you comfortable all year round!
Terms: 1st month's rent, security deposit equal to 1st month's rent. Additional security deposit for pets. 12 month lease. Renter's insurance required. Non-smoking. $42 application fee for each 18+ y/o applicant. We do not accept portable screening reports. Renter pays all utilities. Renter to care for yard. Pets on a case by case basis with owner approval.
Unit
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
6706 12th Ave NW is a single-family home for rent in Seattle, WA
Fees & Policies
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Cats Allowed
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Seattle, WA 98117
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
17 min Drive
Commuter Rail
17 min Drive
Airport
37 min Drive
Airport
35 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Whittier Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Greenwood Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Root Academy
Grades PK-5
Private
Whitman Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Alphonsus School
Grades PK-8
Private
Ballard High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Wexford School
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Seattle Pacific University | Drive: 9 min (3.2 mi) |
| North Seattle College | Drive: 11 min (3.3 mi) |
| University of Washington | Drive: 15 min (4.4 mi) |
| Seattle Central Comm. Coll. | Drive: 16 min (6.6 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 6706 12th Ave NW proximity to Ballard Blocks I. Ballard Blocks I is 1.4 miles away.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 6706 12th Ave NW has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 19.2 miles. Transit options include Roosevelt and Lake Union Park.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 6706 12th Ave NW are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Woodland Park Zoo, Woodland Park, and Chittenden Locks.
Airports
Living in Whittier Heights provides easy access to Seattle-Tacoma International, located just 36 minutes from 6706 12th Ave NW. Another nearby airport is Seattle Paine Field International, located 20.6 miles away.
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