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+# Seattle Apartment Hunting Report
+
+**Purpose:** Find new housing for Will and Roxanne  
+**Move Date:** April 1, 2026  
+**Report Generated:** February 17, 2026  
+**Last Updated:** February 17, 2026
+
+---
+
+## Search Criteria
+
+| Requirement | Specification |
+|-------------|----------------|
+| **Location** | Seattle, WA |
+| **Budget** | ~$1,200/month |
+| **Size** | Studio or 1 bedroom |
+| **Priority Amenities** | Parking, in-unit washer/dryer |
+
+---
+
+## Sources Checked
+
+| Platform | Status | Notes |
+|----------|--------|-------|
+| Zillow | ✅ Complete | Broad feed, good filtering |
+| Apartments.com | ✅ Complete | Strong discovery list, amenity filters |
+| Craigslist | ✅ Complete | Real inventory, higher scam risk |
+| HotPads | ✅ Complete | Good for recent listings |
+| Facebook Marketplace | ⏭️ Skipped | No reliable public data without login; high scam risk |
+
+---
+
+## Strong Fits (Closest to Criteria)
+
+| Listing | Rent | Size | Parking | Washer/Dryer | Location | Risk Level |
+|---------|------|------|---------|--------------|----------|------------|
+| [2215 Eastlake Ave E #102](https://hotpads.com/2215-eastlake-ave-e-seattle-wa-98102-skznaa/102/pad) | $1,200 | 500 sqft studio | Not listed | On-site laundry | Eastlake | Low-Med |
+| [Del Roy Apartments, 25 W Roy St #104](https://hotpads.com/del-roy-apartments-seattle-wa-98119-skh9nc/pad) | $1,200 | 451 sqft studio | Street parking | On-site laundry | Lower Queen Anne | Low-Med |
+| [Bode Westwood, 2222 SW Barton St](https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/apa/d/seattle-1200-for-ada-huge-studio-large/7908416003.html) | $1,200 | 314 sqft studio | Street | **In-unit** ✓ | Westwood | Med |
+| [Zillow Search: Under $1,200](https://www.zillow.com/seattle-wa/apartments-under-1200/) | $699-$1,200+ | Studio/1BR mix | Varies | Varies | Seattle-wide | Low |
+| [Apartments.com: Studios Under $1,200](https://www.apartments.com/seattle-wa/studios-under-1200/) | $826-$1,200+ | Studio/1BR mix | Varies | Varies | Seattle-wide | Low |
+
+---
+
+## Secondary Options (Over Budget or Weaker Fit)
+
+| Listing | Rent | Trade-offs |
+|---------|------|------------|
+| [Altaire at Jackson Park](https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/apa/d/seattle-exceptional-studio-living/7914073974.html) | $1,325 | +$125 over budget, but includes parking and newer building features |
+| [Bode Uptown / Queen Anne](https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/apa/d/seattle-modern-loft-studio-in-queen/7892635363.html) | $1,425 | +$225 over budget, has in-unit W/D and central Queen Anne location |
+
+---
+
+## Notes & Warnings
+
+### Scam Awareness
+- **Craigslist:** Real inventory but higher scam risk. Never pay before an in-person tour and lease verification.
+- **Suspiciously low prices:** Flag any listings significantly below market rate.
+- **Red flags:** Requests for payment/deposit before showing, poor listing details, landlords who won't meet in person.
+
+### Budget Hard Cap Strategy
+If $1,200 must be a hard cap:
+1. Prioritize HotPads, Zillow, and Apartments.com
+2. Apply filters:
+   - Size: Studio / 1BR
+   - Max rent: $1,250 (captures near-budget options)
+   - Amenities: In-unit washer/dryer, parking (included or off-street)
+3. Avoid Craigslist unless verifying through trusted management companies
+
+---
+
+## Next Actions (Execution Checklist)
+
+- [ ] **Contact 5 strongest listings** within 24 hours
+  - 2 HotPads listings (Eastlake, Lower Queen Anne)
+  - 3 from Zillow/Apartments.com filtered feed
+
+- [ ] **Request full cost breakdown** from each:
+  - Base rent
+  - Utilities (gas, electric, water, sewer, trash)
+  - Parking (if available)
+  - Move-in specials or discounts
+  - Security deposit, pet fees, application fees
+
+- [ ] **Schedule 3 tours** this week
+  - Prioritize listings with transparent fee sheets and verified management
+
+- [ ] **Reject any listing** requesting application fee or payment before showing
+
+---
+
+## Active Feeds (Refresh Regularly)
+
+- [Zillow: Seattle under $1,200](https://www.zillow.com/seattle-wa/apartments-under-1200/)
+- [Apartments.com: Studios under $1,200](https://www.apartments.com/seattle-wa/studios-under-1200/)
+- [HotPads: Seattle studio search](https://hotpads.com/seattle-wa/studios-for-rent)
+
+---
+
+*Report maintained in `/home/will/lab/flynn/.planning/apartment-hunting-report.md`*