About
Sitka is a South Lake Union apartment community in Seattle at 1255 Harrison St. The building keeps daily life simple with practical in-home essentials like washer/dryer, hardwood-style flooring, and a full kitchen setup that includes a dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave. Around the community, you’ll find spaces built for everyday routines: a fitness center, lobby lounge, club room, rooftop garden, and a dedicated pet lounge. The neighborhood puts you close to spots like Café Hagen and DRIFT Yoga + Juice Bar, plus nearby attractions such as MOHAI and Lake Union.
Rent by bedroom
As of October 18, 2026: 1-bedroom homes start at $1,737/mo and 2-bedroom homes at $2,694/mo (advertised price; confirm with the property).
| Home | Starting rent | Floor plans |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom565–968 sq ft | From $1,737/mo | 18 |
| 2 Bedroom1,068–1,183 sq ft | From $2,694/mo | 4 |
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Floor Plans
22 floor plans · 565–1,183 sq ft.
Current availability is not tracked for this community. Contact the property or visit the official property website for available homes. Floor-plan details describe the community and do not indicate current unit availability.
1 Bedroom
18 plans · 565–968 sq ft2 Bedroom
4 plans · 1,068–1,183 sq ftCosts & fees
These are the charges we have confirmed. They may not be the full list, so no total monthly price is shown — confirm all charges directly with the property.
Refundable deposits
Pets & Parking
Community Amenities
- Bilt Rewards: Pay Rent, Earn Points!
- Club room
- Fitness center
- Lobby lounge
- On-site maintenance
- On-site retail (Sitka Retail)
- Pet lounge
- Rooftop garden
- Tree house
Unit Features
Neighborhood
What Sets Sitka Apart
Schools near Sitka
| School | Type | Grades | Students | Students per teacher | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce St School | Private | — | — | — | 9 min · 0.5 mi walk |
| Morningside Academy | Private | — | — | — | 10 min · 0.5 mi walk |
| Lowell Elementary School | Public | PK-5 | 382 | 11.4 | 5 min · 1.3 mi drive |
| The Center School | Public | 9-12 | 184 | 14.4 | 19 min · 1.0 mi walk |
| Middle College High School | Public | 9-12 | 95 | 11.7 | 7 min · 1.4 mi drive |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School | Public | 6-8 | 477 | 19.7 | 8 min · 1.8 mi drive |
| John Hay Elementary School | Public | K-5 | 264 | 13.8 | 7 min · 1.8 mi drive |
| McClure Middle School | Public | 6-8 | 459 | 20.4 | 8 min · 2.3 mi drive |
Schools nearest the building. These are not attendance-zone assignments; confirm with Seattle School District No. 1. Drive times assume no traffic. Source: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), public schools 2023–24, private schools 2021–22.
Colleges and universities near Sitka
Source: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2023-24.
Getting around from Sitka
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) | 8 min · 3.8 mi drive |
| Airport | Boeing Field/King County International Airport (BFI) | 15 min · 7.3 mi drive |
| Amtrak / intercity rail | King Street Station (SEA) | 6 min · 1.8 mi drive |
| Amtrak / intercity rail | Sounder/Amtrak Station (TUK) | 19 min · 13.6 mi drive |
| Light rail | Terry & Thomas | 7 min · 0.4 mi walk |
| Light rail | Terry & Mercer | 9 min · 0.5 mi walk |
| Light rail | Westlake & Thomas | 8 min · 0.4 mi walk |
| Intercity bus | King Street Station | 7 min · 2.0 mi drive |
| Ferry | Victoria Clipper Terminal (Pier 69) (661) | 6 min · 2.0 mi drive |
Drive times assume no traffic. Source: U.S. DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics, Intermodal Passenger Connectivity Database (2022).
Everyday needs near Sitka
Grocery
Restaurants
Coffee
Banks
Shopping
Gyms
Parks
Hospital
Drive times assume no traffic. Nearby places, each located at its street address. Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (hospitals).
Military installations near Sitka
Straight-line distances. Source: U.S. DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics, NTAD Military Bases (2025-11).
Flood zone at Sitka
FEMA flood zone X: minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. Flood maps change; check FEMA's map for the latest.
Location data: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), U.S. DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics, FEMA, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and U.S. Census Bureau.
Travel times: © openrouteservice by HeiGIT (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Living in Seattle, WA
Seattle sits in western Washington between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, with the Olympic Mountains to the west and the Cascade Range to the east. It is known for coffee, its maritime setting, evergreen landscapes, technology companies, and music history, including grunge. Major employers include Amazon, Microsoft in nearby Redmond, the University of Washington, and healthcare organizations such as UW Medicine. The University of Washington, Seattle University, and Seattle Pacific University are among the city’s colleges and universities. The waterfront, Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, museums, parks, and professional sports provide year-round activities, while ferries connect Seattle with communities across Puget Sound.
Downtown has high-rise offices, apartments, shops, and waterfront access, while South Lake Union is a major technology and biomedical employment district. The University District surrounds the University of Washington campus, and Capitol Hill combines commercial streets with residential blocks. Ballard has a maritime history and a canal-side setting; Fremont and Wallingford sit near the Lake Washington Ship Canal. Further from the center, West Seattle has residential areas, beaches, and views across Elliott Bay, while neighborhoods around Green Lake center on the lake and its park. People travel by buses, Link light rail, streetcars, bicycles, ferries, and cars, with connections varying by neighborhood. Walking is practical in many commercial districts, though hills and waterways shape routes. Recreation includes waterfront paths, Discovery Park, Green Lake, the Burke-Gilman Trail, live music venues, galleries, theaters, restaurants, and nearby hiking, boating, and mountain excursions.
What it's like living at Sitka
Our summary of what residents report online, October 2026.
Sitka in South Lake Union offers modern apartments, landscaped outdoor spaces, and a strong set of shared amenities that many residents use regularly. Reviews often praise the staff as friendly and helpful, but others describe slow responses, unresolved requests, or frustrating communication, so management feels inconsistent. Maintenance gets similar mixed feedback: some residents get prompt, professional help, while others say repairs take too long or need follow-up. Cleanliness and upkeep also vary, with some reports of well-kept common areas and others of mess in elevators, the garage, or other shared spaces. Noise between homes is not constant, but some residents hear footsteps or activity from above or near service areas. The location is a major plus for access to work, transit, shops, cafés, restaurants, and parks, though parking and overall value draw mixed opinions.
- Management and staff
- Residents describe staff as friendly and helpful, but others report slow replies and unresolved concerns, so experiences with management vary.
- Maintenance
- Some residents praise prompt, knowledgeable repairs, while others say requests take too long or need repeated follow-up.
- Value
- Some feel the design, amenities, and location are worth it, but others question the cost when service or repairs fall short.
- Property condition
- The apartments and shared areas are often described as attractive, though upkeep and cleanliness in common spaces can be uneven.
- Amenities
- Residents like the courtyard, rooftop garden, fitness spaces, lounges, and package room, which they use as part of daily life.
- Location
- South Lake Union gives residents easy access to transit, workplaces, shops, cafés, restaurants, parks, and Lake Union.
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Common rental questions about Sitka
Illustrative examples answered from the property's published details — not a record of questions renters have asked, and not a guarantee.
Does Sitka in Seattle have in-home laundry?
Sitka in Seattle has an in-home washer and dryer in each apartment home.
Are pets allowed at Sitka in Seattle?
Sitka in Seattle is a pet-friendly community.
Do any homes at Sitka in Seattle have a balcony or patio?
Sitka in Seattle has patios available in select apartment homes.
Do the apartments at Sitka in Seattle have hardwood-style floors?
Sitka in Seattle includes hardwood-style flooring inside the apartment homes.
How Sitka Compares
Listed in order of how prominently they appear in the apartment search results we track for Sitka.
AMLI South Lake Union
Price basis not confirmed — may not be directly comparable
Other South Lake Union communities that appear alongside Sitka in apartment search results include The Tower at 2nd Ave, The McKenzie Apartments, Ion Queen Anne Apartments and Kiara Apartments.
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