6th Annual Essay Contest - Details for the 2020 contest are coming soon!
2019 Essays are now being reviewed.
Finalists will be notified by April 1st via email if they are moving on to next round.
Essay Process:
1. Essay must address the following question: (Question: What goals will you achieve while living rent free for 1 year? )
2. Essay should be no more than 350 words.
2. Submit by Feb 28 on this website.
3. The essays will be reviewed by a selection committee and finalists will be notified by email.
4. All finalists will have an in person interview with the selection committee.
5. Finalists will need to provide 2 references that will be verified by the committee after the interview.
5. Two final winners will be chosen.
About the Apartment:
Eligibility:
FAQ
Q: Once I submit an essay what happens?
A: The essays will be reviewed by an essay committee. The committee will choose finalists, interview, and choose final winners.
Q: Who is on the essay committee?
A: The essay committee is comprised of Walls Property Management employees and some community members.
Q: Do I need to live in Seattle to be eligible for this contest?
A: No, you can live anywhere to submit an essay, just be ready to move to Seattle if you win!
Q: When are the essays due?
A: February 28, 2019
Q: If I win, when do I move in?
A: June 1, 2019
1. Essay must address the following question: (Question: What goals will you achieve while living rent free for 1 year? )
2. Essay should be no more than 350 words.
2. Submit by Feb 28 on this website.
3. The essays will be reviewed by a selection committee and finalists will be notified by email.
4. All finalists will have an in person interview with the selection committee.
5. Finalists will need to provide 2 references that will be verified by the committee after the interview.
5. Two final winners will be chosen.
About the Apartment:
- 1 Bedroom Apartment
- Location TBD: Ballard, Magnolia, Wallingford, Greenwood, or Queen Anne (based on current availability)
- Amenities: hardwood floors, onsite laundry, 24/7 maintenance support
- Security Deposit: None
- Utilities: Paid by Resident; This includes: electricity, water, sewer, garbage, cable, internet, phone
- Pet Policy: determined by building placement; may accommodate cats and small dogs
Eligibility:
- Must be a legal U.S. Resident at least 18 years of age.
- Contest winner will complete an application with background check. While there will be no financial or credit evaluation on the application could possibly disqualify an application.
- Winner must sign a lease.
FAQ
Q: Once I submit an essay what happens?
A: The essays will be reviewed by an essay committee. The committee will choose finalists, interview, and choose final winners.
Q: Who is on the essay committee?
A: The essay committee is comprised of Walls Property Management employees and some community members.
Q: Do I need to live in Seattle to be eligible for this contest?
A: No, you can live anywhere to submit an essay, just be ready to move to Seattle if you win!
Q: When are the essays due?
A: February 28, 2019
Q: If I win, when do I move in?
A: June 1, 2019
