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Thornton Creek Apartments

516 NE 103rd St, Seattle, WA 98125

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,275 - $1,750

  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    470 - 842 sq ft

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Discover a new home at Thornton Creek Apartments in Seattle, WA. Be sure to see the available floorplan options. These apartments offer a selection of featured amenities. Some of these include: high-speed internet access, convenient on-site parking options, and fireplaces. The team of leasing professionals is ready to help you in finding your perfect floorplan. Get moving on finding your next place. Contact or stop by the Thornton Creek Apartments leasing office to schedule a tour.

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Highlights

  • Deck
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Studio, 1 Bath Model
$1,275 – $1,550 Studio 1 Bath 470 Sq Ft
Available Soon
1 Bed, 1 Bath Model
$1,375 – $1,525 1 Bed 1 Bath 540 – 842 Sq Ft
Available Soon
2 Beds, 1 Bath Model
$1,575 – $1,750 2 Beds 1 Bath 811 Sq Ft
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Studio, 1 Bath Model
$1,275 – $1,550 Studio 1 Bath 470 Sq Ft
Available Soon
1 Bed, 1 Bath Model
$1,375 – $1,525 1 Bed 1 Bath 540 – 842 Sq Ft
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2 Beds, 1 Bath Model
$1,575 – $1,750 2 Beds 1 Bath 811 Sq Ft
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Application Fee Per Applicant
      $40

No Pets Allowed

  • Garage Lot
  • Surface Lot
  • Covered

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1989
  • 59 units/4 stories

About Thornton Creek Apartments

Discover a new home at Thornton Creek Apartments in Seattle, WA. Be sure to see the available floorplan options. These apartments offer a selection of featured amenities. Some of these include: high-speed internet access, convenient on-site parking options, and fireplaces. The team of leasing professionals is ready to help you in finding your perfect floorplan. Get moving on finding your next place. Contact or stop by the Thornton Creek Apartments leasing office to schedule a tour.

Thornton Creek Apartments is an apartment community located in King County and the 98125 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Seattle Public Schools attendance zone.

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Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

High Speed Internet Access

Fireplace

Smoke Free

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony
  • Deck
Location
516 NE 103rd St, Seattle,
WA 98125
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Neighborhood

Located about seven miles north of Downtown Seattle, Maple Leaf balance a small-town feel with the perks of city living. Named after an old mill and the neighborhood’s abundance of maple trees, Maple Leaf is known for its strong sense of community. “Welcome to Maple Leaf” stickers adorned on poles and “Maple Leaf 4 Life” bumper stickers exhibit this unique area’s neighborhood pride. Along with special events, residents bond at locally-owned businesses on Roosevelt Way and Lake City Way, Maple Leaf’s two main streets. Along these thoroughfare’s you’ll find community coffee shops, vibrant bars, and diverse eateries serving up everything from pizza to pink guava cake. Specialty shops like Math ‘n’ Stuff, a shop that sells books, puzzles, and toys, add extra charm.

Along with a close-knit community, renters are attracted to Maple Leaf’s excellent schools and proximity to major points of interest. Northgate Mal lies in the corner of the neighborhood.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Maple Leaf Seattle, WA
Studio $1,840 $1,488
1 Bedroom $1,973 $2,081
2 Bedrooms $2,552 $2,775
3 Bedrooms $3,956 $3,808
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony
  • Deck
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Surface Lot Parking $60
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
North Seattle College
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
University of Washington
Drive: 12 min 4.3 mi
Shoreline Community College
Drive: 12 min 5.2 mi
Bastyr University
Drive: 21 min 9.5 mi
Thornton Creek Apartments is within 4 minutes or 1.2 miles from North Seattle College. It is also near University of Washington and Shoreline Community College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Olympic View Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
361 Students
Attendance Zone
James Baldwin Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
209 Students
Nearby
Hazel Wolf K-8
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
720 Students
Nearby
Jane Addams Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
883 Students
Attendance Zone
Nathan Hale High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,105 Students
Attendance Zone
St Catherine School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
266 Students
Nearby
The Perkins School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
115 Students
Nearby
Dartmoor School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 4-12
9 Students
Nearby
Brightmont Academy - Seattle Campus
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
18 Students
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Seattle include Roosevelt, located 2.2 miles from Thornton Creek Apartments. Thornton Creek Apartments is near Seattle Paine Field International, located 17.0 miles or 26 minutes away, and Seattle-Tacoma International, located 21.1 miles or 34 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Roosevelt
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Shoreline North/185Th
Drive: 7 min 4.7 mi
Lake Union Park
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
Westlake & Mercer
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
Fairview & Campus Drive
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
King Street (Seattle) Station
Drive: 15 min 7.8 mi
Edmonds Station
Drive: 19 min 10.7 mi
Mukilteo Station
Drive: 32 min 19.8 mi
Everett Station
Drive: 32 min 22.0 mi
Tacoma Dome Station
Drive: 53 min 39.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Seattle Paine Field International
Drive: 26 min 17.0 mi
Seattle-Tacoma International
Drive: 34 min 21.1 mi
Very Walkable
77
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Excellent Transit
70
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Bikeable
56
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Thornton Creek Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
BevMo! Plaza
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Northgate Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Northgate North
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Thornton Creek Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Licton Springs Park
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Green Lake Park
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Northacres Park
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Cowen Park
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Paramount Park Open Space
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
Thornton Creek Apartments has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Licton Springs Park, Northacres Park, and Green Lake Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Northwest Hospital & Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Seattle Children's Hospital
Drive: 14 min 5.1 mi
University of Washington Medical Center
Drive: 12 min 5.9 mi
Thornton Creek Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.9 miles, the nearest is Northwest Hospital & Medical Center which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Lawton Military Reserve
Drive: 24 min 8.3 mi
Keyport Naval Reservation
Drive: 77 min 32.1 mi
Thornton Creek Apartments is 8.3 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including Keyport Naval Reservation.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Thornton Creek Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Thornton Creek Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Thornton Creek Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Thornton Creek Apartments, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Thornton Creek Apartments?

Parking is available at Thornton Creek Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Thornton Creek Apartments has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,275/mo. to $1,750/mo.

Is Thornton Creek Apartments pet-friendly?

Thornton Creek Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at Thornton Creek Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,275 for a studio, you would need to earn about $51,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Thornton Creek Apartments have move-in specials?

Thornton Creek Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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