On April 21, 2026, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, BRIDGE Housing, and Community Roots Housing hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony with elected leaders, community members, and partners to celebrate the grand opening of Copperleaf Northgate, a new transit-oriented affordable housing community.
The seven-story development features 235 apartments. Of those, 211 units are affordable to households earning up to 60% of Area Median Income, and 24 units are reserved for residents who have experienced housing instability and are receiving supportive services.
Apartments range from studios to three bedrooms and feature modern kitchens, wood-style flooring, and scenic views. The energy-efficient and pet-friendly building also includes a community room with a kitchen and TV/media lounge, an outdoor courtyard, makerspace, full-time maintenance staff, laundry on every floor, and extensive bike storage.
Community Roots Housing is also providing all residents over 18 with free transit passes for light rail, bus, and ferry service for up to three years…