1st Ave Apartments — Seattle, WA

Project Type: Multifamily Housing (Micro-Units)

Role: General Contractor / Construction Management

Location: Seattle, Washington Project

Overview

The 1st Ave Apartments represent a thoughtfully designed micro-unit multifamily project in the heart of Seattle. This $11 million build delivers efficient, modern urban living while balancing market-rate and affordable housing needs. Envision Builders oversaw all phases from preconstruction planning to final turnover, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost certainty in a dense city setting.

Unit Breakdown

Category Units
Total Units 73
Market-Rate Units 55
Affordable Low-Income Units 18

Scope of Work

- Ground-up construction of a 73-unit residential complex, primarily micro-units

- Full MEP coordination for compact, efficient design

- Amenity and shared spaces including lobby, bike storage, and parcel room

- Exterior envelope and façade installation designed for durability and aesthetic appeal

- Urban site logistics and traffic management to minimize neighborhood impact

Services Provided

Preconstruction budgeting & value engineering • Constructability reviews • Trade partner procurement • Field supervision •

QA/QC oversight • Safety program management • Inspections & commissioning • Closeout and warranty

Highlights

- Balanced affordable and market-rate housing, supporting mixed-income community needs

- Delivered on time and on budget within a competitive $11M pro forma

- Specialized in micro-unit layouts maximizing efficiency without compromising comfort

- Successfully navigated permitting and construction challenges in a tight, urban environment

Rooftop patio with patio furniture, yellow chairs, black planters, and city skyline with the Space Needle in Seattle under a partly cloudy sky.
Completed room with hardwood floors, white walls, large windows with blinds, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
Interior of a modern kitchen with white cabinets, black and stainless appliances, wood flooring, and a loft area with a ladder.
Rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, potted plants, and a view of the sky and clouds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a black countertop, and a refrigerator, leading to a balcony with a view of the outdoors.
A room with large windows and balcony door, city view outside, wood flooring, and ceiling light fixture.
All modern apartment kitchen with large window, refrigerator, sink, and stovetop.