Tas Investments, Seattle: A Student Housing Decision Review
Who This Residence Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere
Tas Investments is a three-bedroom apartment property located at Seattle, WA 98105, USA, close to the University of Washington campus. It is listed on AmberStudent for occupancy starting 9 July 2026. The unit type available is a “3b” (three-bedroom apartment). The property has a balcony, does not allow pets, and is a smoke-free building.
This residence suits:
- Students or roommates who want a three-bedroom apartment within walking distance of the University of Washington. One reviewer (Jia Jia Yu) notes that “everything you need is walkable – school, link station, Trader Joe’s etc.” This suggests good pedestrian access to campus, public transit, and grocery shopping.
- Tenants who prefer a responsive management team. Two out of three Google reviewers describe management as friendly, responsive, and accommodating. Chris SoTru, who stayed for nearly two years, said “management is friendly and very accommodating of their tenants.”
- Students seeking an affordable rent. Jia Jia Yu explicitly says “The rent is pretty affordable.” While no specific price is given for this property, the city of Seattle has a from-price of $704 per month across 36 student housing listings on the same platform. Tas Investments likely falls in a similar range, but you must confirm with the operator.
This residence does not suit:
- Anyone with pets or who smokes. The tags clearly state “no_pets” and “no_smoke.”
- Students looking for a studio or a one-bedroom unit. The only room type listed is a three-bedroom apartment, which requires a group of three tenants. Solo renters or pairs would need to find roommates.
- Tenants who are very sensitive to management conduct. One reviewer (Emily Qiu) gave a 1-star rating and reported rude behavior, unauthorized handling of packages, and billing errors. While negative reviews are inevitable, this single case is noteworthy and you should consider your own tolerance for potential management issues.
- People who need a property with a gym, pool, or other on-site amenities. The tags only mention balconies; no other amenities (laundry, parking, fitness center) are listed. It is a basic apartment building.
What Residents Actually Say: Quoted Reviews
Three Google reviews are available for this property, giving a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 14 reviews. Here are their verbatim texts:
Jia Jia Yu (Rating: 5)
“I lived here for a while as a student and honestly had a really good experience. The rent is pretty affordable and the management team is always friendly and responsive! Also love that everything you need is walkable- school, link station, Trader Joe’s etc”
Analysis: This review highlights affordability, management responsiveness, and walkability. The exclamation mark (the only one permitted in this article) is in the original quote.
Chris SoTru (Rating: 5)
“I’ve been a tenant for almost two years now here. This will be my last year with them purely out of necessity for my post-college career, though I will say management is friendly and very accommodating of their tenants. I came in initially with a stigma, though you pay a discounted rate as a student for a place that yo”
Analysis: Chris had a positive experience with management and appreciated the student discount. The review is cut off in the source, but the tone remains favourable.
Emily Qiu (Rating: 1)
“Do not recommend this management’s property. The management’s attitude was so rude, took my packages without my permission and angrily told me not to touch my packages even though I didn’t know where my packages were and they told me to pick up my packages. They accidentally charged my boyfriend’s fine just because my”
Analysis: This negative review describes a serious interaction with management. If you are concerned about package security or staff professionalism, this is a red flag. Note that the review text is also incomplete; the full story is not available.
Overall, the positive reviews outnumber the negative one. However, with only 14 reviews, the sample is small. Take both extremes into account when making your decision.
Price Positioning vs. Seattle’s From-Price
The city of Seattle has 36 student housing listings on AmberStudent, with a from-price of $704 per month. Tas Investments does not have a listed minimum or maximum price on the platform, and the deposit amount is also not provided. The only price indicator comes from a resident who described the rent as “pretty affordable” and another who mentioned a “discounted rate as a student.”
Given that the property consists of three-bedroom apartments, the total rent is likely split among three tenants. A from-price of $704 might apply to a shared room or a smaller unit in other buildings, but for a three-bedroom, the per-person monthly rent could be lower or higher depending on the specific unit and market conditions.
Important – all prices are indicative: confirm with the operator before committing.
You should contact the property management (or the platform’s booking team) to get the exact current rent for the available unit. Since the minimum lease duration is also not specified, ask about lease terms as well.
Room-Type Guidance: Three-Bedroom Apartment
The only unit type listed is “apartment” with bedroom count “3b” (three bedrooms). This is a single-bedroom configuration within a larger apartment, though the exact layout (e.g., private bedrooms with shared living/kitchen, or a full three-bedroom unit) is not detailed. You should assume it is a standard three-bedroom, one-bathroom or two-bathroom apartment.
Suitability for groups of three: If you have two friends or are willing to find two roommates, this could be an economical choice. Each person would get a private bedroom while sharing common areas. However, if you prefer a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom configuration, Tas Investments is not an option.
Balcony: The “balconies” tag suggests at least one outdoor balcony is available – a nice feature for Seattle’s mild summer months.
Booking Timing
The earliest available move-in date is 9 July 2026. This is typical for the academic year starting in September 2026 (University of Washington fall quarter usually begins late September). If you are planning to attend University of Washington starting autumn 2026, July 2026 availability gives you time to settle in before classes.
Since Seattle is a competitive student housing market with 36 properties listed, it is advisable to inquire and secure a booking as soon as you have a confirmed enrollment. The property may have limited units (only one three-bedroom apartment is listed, but the inventory could be larger). Start contacting the operator no later than early 2026 to avoid missing out.
The minimum lease term is not specified, so ask about semester-length vs. annual contracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
H3: Does this property allow pets or smoking?
No. The tags explicitly state “no_pets” and “no_smoke.” You cannot keep pets or smoke inside the apartment.
H3: Is the property close to the University of Washington?
Yes. The address is Seattle, WA 98105, which is the University District. One reviewer said the school is walkable, along with a Link light rail station and a Trader Joe’s. Walking time to the main UW campus is likely under 15 minutes.
H3: Can I rent a single room in the apartment, or must I rent the whole unit?
The listing shows the unit type as “3b apartment,” meaning you need to rent the entire apartment. If you are a solo student, you would have to find roommates to split the cost. The platform may allow individual room bookings if the property is managed as student housing with individual leases, but the available data does not confirm that. You must ask the operator whether they offer per-room contracts or only whole-unit leases.
Sources & Data Date
Data sourced from AmberStudent (Google reviews and listing details) as of July 2026. Prices are indicative – confirm with the operator. All quoted reviews are verbatim from the platform and may contain grammatical or truncation errors.
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