Live ten minutes from the University of Washington campus and have a real Seattle neighborhood experience. Run the dog, swing a racquet or swim in Lake Washington at Magnuson Park and come home to Radford Court's 24 acres of private community lawns, gardens and playgrounds. Conveniently park your car outside your front door to use when you need it and easily jump on the Burke-Gilman Trail and pedal your bike to class.
Yes, you can have it all. Preferred housing for students, staff and faculty of the UW network of schools and facilities. Live less than 10 minutes from campus, Husky Stadium, Alaska Airlines Arena, and UW rec center. Make yourself comfortable in a living space created to suit your style. View your world through windows that look out over green spaces, parks and gardens.
Yes, you can have it all. Preferred housing for students, staff and faculty of the UW network of schools and facilities. Live less than 10 minutes from campus, Husky Stadium, Alaska Airlines Arena, and UW rec center. Make yourself comfortable in a living space created to suit your style. View your world through windows that look out over green spaces, parks and gardens.
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For kids or kids at heart, have fun at one of many play areas or take a load off and take in the lush surroundings on contemplation benches scattered through-out Radford's 24 landscaped acres. Got a green thumb? Don't miss our community P-Patch. Connect with friends and neighbors in Radford Court's Community Center including a fireplace, flat screen TV and full kitchen.
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Radford Court Apartments are located in one of the most coveted areas of Seattle offering unparalleled access to the great outdoors with Magnuson Park and the Burke-Gilman trail just steps from your door. Convenient transit options link you to some of Seattle's finest shopping areas, restaurants and schools.
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Jennifer Emmett
Dec 07, 2020
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(Part 2 of review posted by jenemmett14@gmail.com)
Several months later, after signing a new lease for the apartment I had transferred to (and subsequently adding 2 new roommates), I informed the office that I did not plan to renew at the end of my lease term. My roommates, however, had wanted to stay in the apartment, and the property manager said she would allow this (even though it went against Radford’s renewal policy, which I was very familiar with at this point). She asked us all to sign a roommate release form that would release me of my rent obligations. When I asked what would happen
Several months later, after signing a new lease for the apartment I had transferred to (and subsequently adding 2 new roommates), I informed the office that I did not plan to renew at the end of my lease term. My roommates, however, had wanted to stay in the apartment, and the property manager said she would allow this (even though it went against Radford’s renewal policy, which I was very familiar with at this point). She asked us all to sign a roommate release form that would release me of my rent obligations. When I asked what would happen
Luke Wenzel
Jun 20, 2020
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Jennifer Emmett
May 08, 2020
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(Note: this is the longest review I’ve ever written, and I need to post it in 2 parts. This is part 1. The length of the review is commensurate with my level of frustration.)
When I moved to Radford Court, I joined an existing lease with another student who planned to graduate and leave Seattle mid-year. Because of my roommate’s plans and the fact that Radford Court prohibits subletting, we decided to sign a 6 month lease together. Knowing that I would stay in Seattle for more than 6 months, I inquired about the process of renewing my lease at Radford. The property manager informed me that
When I moved to Radford Court, I joined an existing lease with another student who planned to graduate and leave Seattle mid-year. Because of my roommate’s plans and the fact that Radford Court prohibits subletting, we decided to sign a 6 month lease together. Knowing that I would stay in Seattle for more than 6 months, I inquired about the process of renewing my lease at Radford. The property manager informed me that
Ellie P.
Jul 18, 2019
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We lived at Radford Court for 6 years. While there was a lot we liked about the community (location, parking, UW discount), I have never encountered a less professional front office. We moved out months ago, and had to follow up with Radford for weeks to actually get our deposit refund. We are still receiving bills for utilities in our unit, after a disastrous utility company transition poorly handled by Radford. And I cannot tell you how many times I have called the front office, been told I would get a call back to follow up, and received nothing but radio silence. Avoid if you value your sanity
Psy Zhou
Jun 26, 2019
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Good environment for closing to the Magnuson Park but poor management and overpriced leasing fees. No effective interventions for security concerns (e.g., burglaries, carjacking).
Moving from Midwest, I was surprised how water, trash, and electricity can easily add over $120+ each month to the bill at Radford for just a one-bedroom unit.
Agreed with the other comment about keeping a record of any correspondence with the office as their ledgers were confusing and not well written, so you may sometimes have to pay rates that were not clearly spelled out when switching units or changing leases.
Moving from Midwest, I was surprised how water, trash, and electricity can easily add over $120+ each month to the bill at Radford for just a one-bedroom unit.
Agreed with the other comment about keeping a record of any correspondence with the office as their ledgers were confusing and not well written, so you may sometimes have to pay rates that were not clearly spelled out when switching units or changing leases.
Jackie M.
Sep 26, 2018
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My husband and I lived here for a little less than two years. Our apartment was okay and we loved the proximity to Magnuson Park.
BUT the management is really bad at managing. The front desk people are friendly and helpful, but if you need anything more than to pick up a package or borrow a key when locked out, you will have to deal with the upper management. The management is very difficult to get a hold of because they are never actually in the office and depend on the front desk people to relay messages to them. Long story short, One time they sent us to collections because they hadn&apos
BUT the management is really bad at managing. The front desk people are friendly and helpful, but if you need anything more than to pick up a package or borrow a key when locked out, you will have to deal with the upper management. The management is very difficult to get a hold of because they are never actually in the office and depend on the front desk people to relay messages to them. Long story short, One time they sent us to collections because they hadn&apos
Amanda Roth
Nov 19, 2017
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We have lived at Radford for 3+ years. The on-site management and maintenance have been superb - very friendly, responsive, and thorough. We have enjoyed having a playground on-site and have rented the community center for a handful of private events. It is a huge complex (400+ units) but we haven't been too bothered by noise. It's in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of Magnuson park and easy access to UW, 520, and Lake City. Overall, we highly recommend.
Andrew Barker
Sep 16, 2017
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Gregory D.
Aug 15, 2017
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We lived here for 3 years and it was nothing but stress. I strongly suggest you look else where. The maintenance staff is rude, the policies are inflexible and much of the staff is very passive aggressive and not very personable. If you are a UW student, any issue you have is to be directed to UW not Blatant Turner who operates the property. I strongly suggest you find a different place to live and stay away from the stress of living and leaving here.
Yushi T.
Mar 13, 2017
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We lived there 2 years ago. And we always regard it as a 95 out of 100 apartment, especially now.
The place is quiet, safe. The environment is so great in all seasons. Bike or bus or drive to UW campus within 20 minutes. Discount for UW students. With trail and Magnuson park around, never worry about where to jog in the morning.
The layout is good and the price is reasonable. Management is professional and helpful all the time.
The five points off is due to outdoor parking (free though).
The place is quiet, safe. The environment is so great in all seasons. Bike or bus or drive to UW campus within 20 minutes. Discount for UW students. With trail and Magnuson park around, never worry about where to jog in the morning.
The layout is good and the price is reasonable. Management is professional and helpful all the time.
The five points off is due to outdoor parking (free though).
Emily T.
Apr 22, 2016
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Overall I have really enjoyed living in Radford Court for the past 4 years. My roommate and I have lived in the 1 bdrm + loft, 2 bdrm, and now a 3bdrm. Every apartment we been in has had minor problems at the beginning that get fixed quickly, and maintenance is very fast and kind. The apartments are reasonably priced for the quality and location (close to the Burke-Gilman and buses that go to the UW and downtown). All of our next-door neighbors have been great, generally no noise complaints or otherwise. Radford is great for both families and students who want a quieter environment.
Unfortunately
Unfortunately
Claire R.
Sep 24, 2015
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Radford Court is pretty awesome in both my husbands opinion. We lived there for two years in a 1 bedroom with a study but had to move out for more space and a baby on the way. The apartments are well sound proofed (and probably our neighbors were also good) but only on one occasion did we ever hear anything from our neighbors above us and that was when they had a sleep over. Sometimes we heard music trailing up from Magnuson park (the park was a huge highlight- we walked there almost daily! As well as the Burke Gillman for bikers can't be underestimated if it works for your commute!). Truly
Ryan Challender
Jul 01, 2015
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Stayed here for 3 years and cannot really say too many good things about this place. First off, though it's nice to have a free parking spot, the spots are soooooooo compact that it is very hard to get in and out of if there.
The apartments are OK but after moving to real apartments these really feel like student housing.
The best part was free high speed Internet.
The apartments are OK but after moving to real apartments these really feel like student housing.
The best part was free high speed Internet.
Nga B.
Jun 22, 2015
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My husband and I have lived here for about a year in a 1 bedroom apartment. We have 2 small pugs and we love it here. We can walk to the Magnuson dog park, amazing (free) internet (super fast). The maintenance is fast and will fix anything in your apartment, even the light bulb. We have expecting a baby and wants to move into a 3 bedroom / 1 bath townhouse, Sean Kelly (the manager) was able to find us a place in a timely manner (we submitted the paper work in April and moving in August), very professional, straightforward, great personality, very friendly. We really enjoy living here, Sean has
Sophia W.
Feb 28, 2015
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Radford Court has weird lease terms that care nothing about their tenants at all.
I've lived here for two years and am going to get graduated. I asked if I can extend my lease to the month when I get graduated. They said firmly no to me and charged me a $100 month-to-month penalty each month. Then when I got a job in Seattle, decided not to leave, and wanted to sign a one-year lease, they said a firmly no to me again. They required me to align my lease to the end of July/August. Their reason is that this place is owned by UW and they have to align with school dates. I asked whether I can
I've lived here for two years and am going to get graduated. I asked if I can extend my lease to the month when I get graduated. They said firmly no to me and charged me a $100 month-to-month penalty each month. Then when I got a job in Seattle, decided not to leave, and wanted to sign a one-year lease, they said a firmly no to me again. They required me to align my lease to the end of July/August. Their reason is that this place is owned by UW and they have to align with school dates. I asked whether I can
Hui-Yu Y.
May 10, 2014
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I actually stayed here a very long time ago, but I loved this place!!! We stayed in a 3bd townhouse, and it was nice. The neighbor was nice and quiet, and the area was very close to Magnuson Park and Lake Washington. I believe it was just built when we moved in, so everything was so nice. The wood seems to be good material, and there's even a woodpecker pecking on our townhouse one day (and ya, he woke me up).. it was quite interesting xD!
There's a small basketball court (or just a basket to shoot basically) in the park, and in the summer there were many apples on the apple trees in
There's a small basketball court (or just a basket to shoot basically) in the park, and in the summer there were many apples on the apple trees in
Hesen P.
Feb 19, 2014
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This is simply the best apartment that I have stayed at after coming to the United States. You'll love this place if you love outdoor and biking (Magnuson park and Burk Gilman trail right around) , love family life (a child care center at your door step), and love to save money (free internet !). A hidden plus is that you can pretty much get to most places except south of Seattle without dealing with downtown traffic :)
Yes it is a bit far from fancy restaurants and super markets. I guess that won't be a issue if you have a car or like biking to haul stuff.
Yes it is a bit far from fancy restaurants and super markets. I guess that won't be a issue if you have a car or like biking to haul stuff.
Rachel L.
Jan 27, 2014
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I'm am a UW student and have lived in the UDistrict for 4 years with dreadful and awful landlords. You cannot understand how happy I am to be now living in Radford Court Apartments.
This is going to sound ridiculous and no, I'm not being paid to write this review, but my boyfriend and I literally say every few days to each other how much we love living here. There, I said it and it's out there for you guys to see. It sounds ridiculous, but it's true. And here's why:
***PROS***
LOCATION
I feel incredibly safe living in Radford. Here at Radford I'm living in
This is going to sound ridiculous and no, I'm not being paid to write this review, but my boyfriend and I literally say every few days to each other how much we love living here. There, I said it and it's out there for you guys to see. It sounds ridiculous, but it's true. And here's why:
***PROS***
LOCATION
I feel incredibly safe living in Radford. Here at Radford I'm living in
G. L.
Apr 10, 2013
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My roommate and I have lived here for the past 7 months, and have about 2 more months left on our lease. We've actually really enjoyed it so far. There are several really important things to note though.
Pros:
- We are both graduate students at the UW, so its great to be right on the 75, 30, and 74 bus lines to campus. We also qualify for the student rental price.
- It's right next to Magnuson, which is wonderful for those who like taking in nature. Fantastic place to run, walk dogs, be by the water, etc.
- We are in a top unit in a building that is along the border of the complex
Pros:
- We are both graduate students at the UW, so its great to be right on the 75, 30, and 74 bus lines to campus. We also qualify for the student rental price.
- It's right next to Magnuson, which is wonderful for those who like taking in nature. Fantastic place to run, walk dogs, be by the water, etc.
- We are in a top unit in a building that is along the border of the complex
Bjorn F.
Jan 11, 2013
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Radford Court is an utterly sad place to live. We were assigned an apartment here from the University of Washington and I don't remember a time I've felt this isolated and depressed living in a city. We've now moved to a different area in Seattle and are so relieved to be out of there.
We paid $1210 for a small aesthetically unpleasing apartment in a neighborhood where you have to walk for 20 minutes before reaching any sign of civilization. There is nothing here here but concrete and small unusable patches of grass. The whole complex just oozes desolation, isolation and disappointment
We paid $1210 for a small aesthetically unpleasing apartment in a neighborhood where you have to walk for 20 minutes before reaching any sign of civilization. There is nothing here here but concrete and small unusable patches of grass. The whole complex just oozes desolation, isolation and disappointment
Kennedy S.
Oct 10, 2012
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The longer we have lived at Radford Court, the more we have enjoyed it. Being so close to Magnusson Park and Lake Washington is fabulous--it doesn't get any better for runners, with the Burke-Gilman Trail so close too. We love that we are fairly close to downtown, but still get to feel outside the city when we take walks in Magnusson Park. We like it so much here that some friends recently moved in too...
The complex feels very safe, and we have had no problems with maintenance or management. For those reading past reviews, note that there have been changes in ownership and management staff
The complex feels very safe, and we have had no problems with maintenance or management. For those reading past reviews, note that there have been changes in ownership and management staff
Amrita K.
May 26, 2012
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I lived here for a year and a half and couldn't wait to get out!
It is overpriced for UW "student housing" even though it is 15 minutes away from UW taking the bus. Ashok works in the leasing office and was super rude most of the time.
I forgot my keys one day because my husband and I left for work at the same time so he locked the door with his keys on the way out. Well I got home before him and realized I was locked out so I walked to the apartment office and called the after hours operator number and she said she would send someone within 10-15 minutes. One of the staff
It is overpriced for UW "student housing" even though it is 15 minutes away from UW taking the bus. Ashok works in the leasing office and was super rude most of the time.
I forgot my keys one day because my husband and I left for work at the same time so he locked the door with his keys on the way out. Well I got home before him and realized I was locked out so I walked to the apartment office and called the after hours operator number and she said she would send someone within 10-15 minutes. One of the staff
Nick S.
Apr 25, 2011
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I've lived at Radford on two separate occasions, and both experiences were excellent. There are some setbacks, such as the rent, which is substantially higher than what you'll pay at other apartment complexes in the area. If your a student, however, the rent price is pretty decent given the location, grounds, and cleanliness inside the apartments. You're paying for what you get.
As far as utilities are concerned, internet is free, and you pretty much have to go with Comcast or Quest if you want cable. You can get a satellite, but I didn't care to jump through the loopholes
As far as utilities are concerned, internet is free, and you pretty much have to go with Comcast or Quest if you want cable. You can get a satellite, but I didn't care to jump through the loopholes
Rachel V.
Jul 28, 2010
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I lived at Radford for a year and it was pretty good. The rent was kinda high, but the apartments are really nice. I felt it was a good deal compared to most of the other apartments I looked at in the area.
The only bad thing was you can really hear your upstairs neighbors, especially if they like to do the dishes and laundry and get into shouting matches late at night.
Management was pretty good. We had a problem with our dishwasher and they responded the next day. There was one bicycle theft while I was there, but other than that I felt really safe, especially walking home from the bus stop
The only bad thing was you can really hear your upstairs neighbors, especially if they like to do the dishes and laundry and get into shouting matches late at night.
Management was pretty good. We had a problem with our dishwasher and they responded the next day. There was one bicycle theft while I was there, but other than that I felt really safe, especially walking home from the bus stop
Steve B.
May 11, 2010
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This large, well landscaped apartment complex is affiliated with the University of Washington, although the general public is also allowed to rent there at an inflated rate. Generally, the community consists largely of UW grad students and there are a decent number of families. The community is quiet, the noisiest part of the day was in the afternoon when kids were out playing! If you are commuting to the UW, it is a very convenient 10 minute bus ride away, and it is almost a part of Magnusson Park, but is very inconvenient to I-5 and almost every other part of Seattle. It does not have an
