I am not even sure where to begin in this review, so I will start with Sonya who is the property manager. She is highly responsive, kind, incredibly competent, and has excellent communication skills. She is engaged and efficient. She is also flexible, reasonable, and sees the solution that would best serve all parties. We all love her. The property itself is new and modern and is perfectly located. There is a Safeway on the same block and E Madison is one block away as well as 23rd so it offers major bus lines in all directions. It is far enough away from the fray of downtown to feel peaceful yet be close enough to take a 10-minute Uber or bus to be in the action. Laundy on the property. Easy street parking. All good things! read more

Alright, after living here for around 4 months I feel like it's time to write a review. I'm not getting anything for this review. When I looked it up on Yelp for the first time I was a bit suspicious it had such high ratings but now I know they're justified. BACKGROUND - I am a Seattle transplant. Just graduated and just moved here fresh out of college. I wanted to live somewhere affordable, convenient, nice and still close enough to where all the fun stuff was. I looked at Cap Hill and the prices were outrageous. So the I landed on NAMU from an ad on Craigslist. LOCATION - around 5-10 minute drive from downtown Seattle and downtown Capitol Hill. Close enough for a short bus ride or a cheap Uber pool. If you check on the walk score it's around high 80s and the crime rate for the area is really low. Generally, it's closer to the suburbs. It's quiet at night because of that but occasionally there will be a siren once a week or people yelling once in a blue moon. But generally, really quiet. CONVENIENCE- I live right next to Safeway and can walk there in under 30 seconds which has saved my life many times. There's also a cute plant shop downstairs if you like plants and a Dominos pizza is opening soon, there's a Vietnamese sandwich place near the Safeway as well. The Safeway is open late which is great. There's also a YMCA a block away if you want to workout nearby! APT AMENITIES - in terms of amenities it is solid given how much rent you are paying. There's a bike rack, and a nice rooftop. None of my packages have EVER been stolen from the lobby and I've see packages left there for days so everyone in the building respects that. You can pay extra for storage and the laundry machines are on the 2nd and 3rd floor, which TAKE CARD. Generally they are full on the weekends but I haven't had an issue waiting long times for laundry. There's no pool, or lounge, trash chute or gym. The only things I wish the room had: an oven, a dishwasher (I just do my dishes by hand), and a closet. But I've adjusted. If you need these things to survive, consider that before you move in or if you have a ton of stuff / furniture / clothes because it likely won't fit. NOISE - Honestly, I'm assuming the insulation is top notch because I've heard my neighbors maybe once. ROOMS - The apartment was made in 2015 or something. I moved in 2017 and was the second tenant ever! The rooms are small, around 250-300sqft but I have enough room for a full-size bed, a queen size futon, a wardrobe hanger, and a small dining table and a bookshelf and no issues. It's a perfect studio for a single person and more than enough room to be comfy. Note there isn't a closet though so you'll have to make do with a buy your own closet thing. I really appreciate the mini fridge as it is honestly big enough for one person and since I live by Safeway I never really needed too much space anyway. The bathrooms are clean and modern and there's a big window too which is really nice in the mornings. LANDLADY / MAINTENANCE - This is what prompted me to write this review. The landlady, Sonya, has been nothing but incredible and responsive. She texts back almost immediately and even helped me once when I locked myself out of my room at midnight, and helped me get a package when I accidentally locked it. She's very thoughtful and kind and honestly I never knew how awesome thanks would be to have a great landlady until I met her! She also schedules maintenance once you report a problem to her. The maintenance guy, Mike, lives in the complex and shows up right on time to help fix your issues and is polite and nice. There was an incident where our hot water heater stopped working for around a day and Sonya immediately notified all the residents on the situation and provided suggestions for other solutions. And she even decorated the front door and lobby with a Christmas tree for the holidays!! Tldr - This is a great place to live if you're moving to Seattle as a single person. The rooms are "small" but modern, clean, and more than enough space for a studio. The facilities are brand new, and the landlady is awesome. The rent is affordable and I've I'm very happy living here and feel safe. read more

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First accommodations here in Seattle. It was a the best thing! I can't leave this community without feeling I'm losing something. There's no central Cool air. but in the warm seasons it was especially warming to see the tenants offering portable units to keep cool. Management is the best you can ask for... Period. Not as many washers. That can cause a little annoyance but finding a less common time to wash is the best solution. The fridge is for convenience but the local market just steps away makes for a perfect location and is ideal for bachelors or couples. A grill up top and tables make for a humble luncheon with friends. Thanks Namu it was a pleasure here! read more

Sonya is so nice. She responded my message immediately and very patient and honest with my questions. I did the tour and decided this is the place for me. The building is very clean and well organized. They have a storage room for bicycles. Around the building, coffee places, Safeway, restaurants are convenient. I was told capital hill is not so safe but this place is far enough that is nice and quiet. read more

Before I moved to Seattle back in July 2018, I came upon this apartment complex online and knew I had to grab the unit. After sending an initial email to the building manager, I received a reply back in simply a day. The building manager's name is Sonya, and from the way she interacted with me via email, I knew she was going to be a joy to meet in person. The day of my apartment tour, I was greeted by Sonya who, as I expected, is as nice as she is online. She showed me all around the apartment, the unit, and the rooftop deck. Before visiting the apartment (and Seattle), I knew the unit was going to be small. Though small it was, it didn't stop me from loving the place at all. I applied the day of. 7 months here, and nothing seems to disappoint me. An apartment is an apartment. I like to call myself a simple person. If an apartment provides me with warm water, AC & heater, fridge, laundry unit, and a plausible sized-area for a full size mattress, then I will love it no matter what. It's modern and sleek for something so tiny. The unit's wall are pretty well insulated as I barely hear noise from my neighbors. There's literally (like literallyyyyyyy) a Safeway (or Vons where I'm from) next door. The first floor of the apartment is home to a flower shop which is where I bought a money tree (it doesn't work). When things go wrong in the apartment, Sonya is there to save the day. She's the superwoman of the apartment. Overall, I'm content, and if I decide to stay in Seattle for more than a year, I will be definitely renewing my lease with NaMu! read more

I rented a studio at Namu Lofts for a year (Oct 2021 - Sept 2022). I wish I could have stayed at Namu Lofts for at least a few more years but I had to relocate. bummer, because it was really a great place in an awesome location literally right next door to a Safeway supermarket/pharmacy that opens from about 4AM (!) to 10PM daily. located on the quiet east side of Seattle yet very walkable to a lot of restaurants, parks, and businesses. If you're lazy just hop on a bus across town or rent an electric scooter. A special shout out to Sonya the property manager. She's real friendly and approachable. She's busy but is great about getting back to you about your concerns and questions. I really miss Namu Lofts and Seattle and hope to be back there someday. read more

Literally has the word "lofts" in the name, called to verify and the entire building is the same "open floor plan" horribly disgustingly overpriced 200-300 sqft studios. Not a single actual loft space exists in this building. Not to mention that there are U-District student-housing apartments with more space. If you're looking for a legitimate loft space don't bother wasting your time here, it's not even worth calling to ask pricing ( nearly $1500 for what is essentially 265sqft micro studio by the way), let alone touring. read more

This is my first time living by myself and prior to moving in, I spent months searching for the right apartment that was still affordable. Rent in Seattle is ridiculously expensive and luckily I came across Na-Mu lofts right before they were finished building. I'm so very happy with the decision I made. The apt manager, Sonya, is super sweet and always so very helpful! You can literally contact her about anything and she will resolve any issues you may have. The building itself is great. The rooftop is spacious with a BBQ grill. The building and tenants are relatively quiet and very friendly. I love that I live right next door to Safeway and just a few blocks from Trader Joes. Everywhere is easy and quick to walk to around Capitol Hill. As far as the unit goes, don't get freaked out about the square footage. It may sound small but it's actually quite spacious and worth the price. Everything is brand new and it comes with a full kitchen and bathroom! It's all very modern and sleek. I really love my unit and it's perfect for someone living alone and very minimal. They also allow small pets, which I think is great because most micro-studio apt buildings do not offer that. Na-Mu Lofts is definitely worth checking out! read more

This is a very long overdue review since I lived here a couple of years ago when it was still fairly new, but I just recently remembered that I told Sonya (the super cool manager) that I would write a review, haha. I had plenty of different units to choose from here since there were only about ten people living here when I began my apartment hunt. I was sold very easily to this place, Sonya made the whole viewing experience fun and let me check out multiple units until I found the one I wanted (btw, they all pretty much have the same layout, I'm just picky lol). The space itself is small, around 300 square feet or so but it was perfect for a small person like me! Everything was perfect from the floors to the countertops and the building itself was never really loud, although I may have just been blessed with great neighbors. Sonya was always helpful and just a text away. I've met with many different apartment managers and she was absolutely the greatest! Banks was also extremely helpful and speedy whenever I needed a quick fix. The rooftop here is beautiful during a sunny day, I remember a few events were held up there too so all of the neighbors were able to meet each other. This place is also great location-wise, close enough to the Hill but far enough to be away from all the commotion. Safeway is conveniently located next door and there are a good amount of cafe's to choose from within walking distance, also close to bus lines. Parking can be tough but that's pretty much going to happen anywhere in Capital Hill. If you're looking for a place to stay and you're okay with the limited space, I'd definitely recommend this place! read more

Love it here! I like the wood color flooring. There's no garage available with the loft, but there are street parking and other garages nearby. The location is just right around the corner from Safeway. Nearby the loft, there's Domino pizza, El Gallito Mexican restaurant, Tigerly Ox Vietnamese Restaurant, Thud Suan Thai Restaurant, Queen Bee Cafe, Animal Hospital, Nail Shop, Kickboxing Fitness Center, Trader's Joe, and Central Co-op. The bus stop is just around the corner too. Bus #11, #12, and #48 are available within walking distance. There's no pet rest on the roof, but they can go outside on the grass areas. Sonya, the property manager is also very helpful which make my move so much easier. I feel welcomed. This is my first studio. Moving was easy but purging my belonging was hard. I was worry about downsizing from one bedroom to a studio, but it's manageable. Sonya was always ready to help and very responsive. Even if she does not have the experience to help me with something, she always find a solution. We're so grateful that Sonya went above and beyond to make us feel like home. She had her husband to help us with mounting our 55" TV on the wall too. read more

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Lived here for two years and highly recommend it if you are looking for a smaller space. I loved living here the whole time, it was the perfect apartment for me, and I only left because I needed more square footage. Sonya is an amazing apartment manager and takes good care of the tenants and building! I rarely had a maintenance issue but got a response and resolution very quickly. The apartments are well built as well, I rarely heard my neighbors and nothing broke or fell apart. read more

I've been living at Na-Mu on my own since September (3.5 months) and can't recommend it enough. The location is perfect with Safeway right around the corner (open from 5am to 1am!) and Trader Joes a few blocks away. The apartment manager Sonya is very helpful and accommodating. The maintenance guy Bank is very responsive and really wants to keep every thing in top condition. My large bits of furniture delivered before my arrival were moved into my unit which was a great surprise and help in easing the stress of moving. The unit itself is spacious, clean and quiet with large windows at an excellent price point for the very safe area right on the back of capital hill. The common areas/halls/elevator are kept very clean. The bus (I don't drive but I hear parking is easy!) is just a 2 minute walk (across the street from Safeway) and takes you directly through capital hill and into downtown. The other bus stop just 1 block away from that can get me to class near Amazon (South Lake) in 15-20 minutes. I was a Boston transplant and had heard that renting in Seattle is a challenging experience due to a very expensive housing market and many new buildings that fall short of the mark or older buildings with managers that don't care about the state of their building, full of gotcha fees and other nonsense. Na-Mu Lofts does everything right. The price is very affordable, the building is super quiet and modern, with a lot more floor space than I need and the management is concerned with your living experience and not just making a quick buck. No hidden or excessive fees at all and super pet friendly in that regard. Check them out! read more

This place is like a young Seattle transplant dorm, but much nicer. I've lived here a year and just renewed for another. I moved to Seattle from across the country and looked at multiple apartment complexes in the Capitol Hill area. This one was the nicest and the cheapest. Advantages: The location is at a crossroads of different areas with lots of public transit. I don't own a car, but it isn't a problem living next to Safeway and being near multiple public transit stops that can take me directly to downtown, south lake union, university district, madison park, etc. The nearby Washington park arboretum is a great way to escape city life. I am also a big fan of Trader Joe's being a few blocks way. Sonja, the building manager, lives downstairs and is very helpful / friendly. She holds rooftop BBQs on the roof for residents to meet each other. She makes an effort to connect to residents (and pets even). Disadvantages: The only disadvantage is that the kitchen doesn't have an oven or dishwasher. I ended up buying a convection oven, which solved that issue, but the dishes pile up quickly. I consider it a small price to pay for all the other advantages. read more

The whole experience for us was smooth and painless. Sonya (the building manager) lives in house so she's easy to get ahold of and goes above and beyond. The building is beautiful, efficient and well maintained. Sure the micro studio is an adjustment but it beats a ton of space in an old beat up building with leaky ceilings and power outages. The view from the rooftop is incredible. And all the tenants are quiet and respectful. Plus rent and laundry can go on your credit card! Yay! read more

I have lived at Na-Mu since they opened 1.5 years ago and LOVE IT! The facilities are newly built, and capitol hill is within walking distance! There is a call box system for entry which is one part that contributes to how very safe the building feels. Sonya has been hugely helpful in answering any and all questions and is great at communicating everything going on. The only thing that might not work for some folks is that the apartments are small studios. (There are storage closet options for an extra fee though.) I have looked around Seattle and most studios this size are MUCH more expensive, and to boot not as updated, safe, or close to the action. Parking is rough unless you have a Zone 2 pass, but it is affordable. I simply can't justify leaving for a bigger/more expensive apartment when Na-Mu has everything I need and doesnt break the bank. read more

Living here has been great so far! My husband and I just moved into our 300 square foot apartment after living in a 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 1000 sqft+ apartment. Why would we make such a drastic downsize? Because we wanted to be downtown again, wanted a clean and new space, and didn't want to spend extras in parking, pet rent, and more. Plus, living smaller and more efficient is the future and what better place to start? This place fit the bill! The space is small, but with strategic furniture placement you've got the essentials covered and then you realize that you don't really require anything else! When we moved in we were told about free wifi. It was a huge help that at least there was some wifi until we set up our own plan a week later. There's a large bike room for bike storage. We have a car and when we lived in Capitol Hill two years ago we were spending $300+ a month for parking. We haven't had any problems finding a parking spot on the street since we moved in a few weeks ago. The streets surrounding are mostly residential and quiet, giving ample parking space with non of that 2-hour limit nonsense. We've also got 2 furry babies living with us and were happy that the pet deposits and fees per pet weren't as exorbitant as other places we've lived in the past. The best feature of the apartment? The large window that goes pretty much to the ceiling and pretty much to the floor. It's the dog's favorite spot to sit and people watch all day! Other excellent amenities: the roof top deck that features a wood flooring, plenty of beautiful planted greenery, a grill free to use for tenants, and amazing views of the 520 bridge, Lake Washington, Mt. Rainier, and Capitol Hill. While the building doesn't have in-unit washers and dryers, there are ones available in the building. Every time I've walked by, they're usually all available to use so doing laundry on our schedule really hasn't been any issue. The kitchen comes with a stovetop, large microwave, deep sink, and mini-fridge. While the fridge doesn't hold as much as a full size one, it's a huge convenience that Safeway is literally next door. If we need to buy anything last second, we can get there and back in under 10 minutes. As you can see in my other reviews, I give stars based on genuine experiences - good or bad. I can honestly say that we have not had any issues so far that make me regret moving here. The building is quiet, the neighborhood is safe, and the management is helpful and obliging. I do recommend anyone interested in moving here to check it out! read more

I stayed at the Na-Mu apartments for over a year. My consultancy also rented out one of the retail / office spaces downstairs. In short, I truly enjoyed staying there. The building was basically new, so that was great, and more importantly I found the management to be highly responsive, friendly, and courteous. If there were ever a problem, there was never any run around. They took care of things right away. Also, for me the location was great - being next to Safeway, Tigerly Ox and a great cafe (Queen Bee, if I recall). read more

We are happy renters! We have rented one of Na-mu lofts' live-work units for 7 months and continue to be very satisfied with our experience here. The location is great, as it is close to Capitol Hill and there are plenty of restaurants and stores in the area. We love the rooftop deck with nice views and outdoor living space. Sonya, the apartment manager, is delightful and does an excellent job communicating with tenants and managing the building. She has gone out of her way to meet our unique needs and requests. All public areas and amenities are clean and in good condition. We also enjoy that we have access to Wave G, which gives us great internet. Because our unit is on the street level, we can occasionally hear noise from the street and water from the pipes, but I think this is unique to the live-work unit, as other parts of the building seem quiet and we do not hear noise from neighbors. I highly recommend this apartment! read more