Harrison House

  • Other low-income housing (tax credit buildings)
  • 615 W. Harrison St., Kent, WA 98032
  • Open to applicants of all ages
  • Accepts Section 8 Vouchers

    Luxury and a host of services are affordable for seniors at Harrison House in Kent. Conveniently located downtown, the building is near shopping and mass transit and less than a block from the Kent Food Bank. Amenities include controlled entry, elevators, an on-site hair salon and dinners. Harrison House underwent $3.9 million worth of renovations in 2004. A complete exterior makeover included new windows, decks and railings, and the interior features refurbished common areas and new kitchen countertops, carpeting and paint. A support services coordinator provides outreach and referral. Harrison House comes with a ceramics room, an exercise room and a game room.

    Types of units

    Type Units
    1-bedroom 87
    2-bedroom 7
    Total 94

    Amenities & Services

    Controlled entry, laundry facilities, elevators, ceramics room, exercise room, game room, hair salon, library and daily dinners. Support services coordinator provides outreach, information and referral, and arranges social events. King County Mobile Library. Resident council.

    Groceries & Shopping

    Safeway, Kmart, Dollar Store, Kent Food Bank

    Public transportation

    Routes with stops located within a half-mile walk:

    • S Line
    • Frequent service:150
    • 153
    • 168
    • 183
    • 566
    • 914
    • Peak service only – weekdays during commute hours, usually in just one direction.
    • Frequent service – every 15 minutes or less on weekdays.

    Walkability

    This community has an overall walk score of 78 out of 100. This is considered very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot.

    The overall score is based on the walkability of several types of amenities, including groceries (87), shopping & errands (91), schools (48), dining (89), parks (100).

    Recreation

    Kent Commons, Kent Senior Activity Center

    Medical Facilities

    Kent Multicare Clinic, Group Health East Hill Multicare Clinic and Valley Medical Center

    How to apply

    Enter application instructions here.

    Management contact info

    King County Housing Authority

    13137 107th Place N.E., Kirkland, WA, 98034

    Fax: (206) 832-3763

    About Section 8 vouchers

    KCHA doesn’t have all properties that accept vouchers on this website. You can use your Section 8 voucher on any unit provided its rent is reasonable, covered by your payment standard, and passes inspection. You can find additional affordable rentals at Emphasys Software or AffordableHousing.com.