Columbia Gardens at Rainier Court is a 55+ affordable senior community in the Mt. Baker neighborhood at 3610 33rd Avenue South, right in Rainier Valley, Seattle. The place has four buildings built in 2014 with a total size of 46,264 square feet, offering 70 apartment-style units for independent seniors who want minimal or no extra help. Units include 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, with options like one-bedroom one bath, two-bedroom one bath, and two-bedroom townhouse with one and a half baths. Floorplans range from 598 to 694 square feet, and right now there are seven one-bedroom and five two-bedroom units available. Monthly rents range from $1,100 to $1,784, and there's a rent special for those who move in during April where May's rent is free, though there's a $45 application fee per unit. This community follows income restrictions and doesn't allow pets.
The apartments come with modern kitchens and dishwashers, tall ceilings, and walls built for soundproofing, plus high-speed internet access. Columbia Gardens covers other senior-friendly needs with no parking available but with amenities like an onsite business center, a cinema room, a laundry facility, and a media entertainment center. Staff are there to help with leasing, and prospective residents can schedule tours online or otherwise. Residents get all the benefits of a building-based setup with two to four stories, landscaped grounds, and spaces made to feel open and comfortable.
The property is managed as part of Rainier Court and offers a range of services and amenities designed to suit the needs and activities of seniors, with a focus on supporting an active and independent lifestyle for folks aged 55 and older. The rental community uses tools like Yardi Matrix to keep track of rental rates, sales history, occupancy data, and other details, so residents and staff get good information about the property and can compare long-term trends. The property doesn't allow pets, but it does offer apartment rental services and verified floorplans. Community policies and management aim to keep things affordable, supportive, and comfortable for retirees, set in a peaceful area that gives folks a chance to enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Northwest while living among neighbors in a warm, inclusive environment.
