Our company owns and manages residential and commercial real estate in the Seattle area. Our offices are located in the business district of Leschi, on the shores of Lake Washington. We operate from one of our commercial and retail locations, Leschi Park Professional Office Suites, where we can be reached Monday through Friday during business hours.
Meet the Team!
Cody Gibson
General Manager
Cody, a proud Seattle native, joined the Leschi Lakeside team in late 2020, bringing with him a degree in Communications & Media and an MBA from Seattle University. He effectively manages daily operations and leads development projects with vision and expertise. Known for his strategic insight and approachable demeanor, Cody fosters a collaborative environment that empowers team members to contribute their ideas. His positive attitude and problem-solving skills inspire excellence, making him an invaluable asset to Leschi Lakeside.
Nick Kafer
CFO
Nick began his journey with the company during his college summers, where he quickly developed essential skills. In 2020, he transitioned to a full-time role at Leschi Lakeside, focusing on accounting, development projects, and operations. Armed with a finance degree from the University of California, Riverside, Nick expertly manages all financial aspects of the company. His strong analytical skills and attention to detail have been instrumental in driving our success, making him a key asset to our team.
Alli Casella
Property Manager
Alli joined Leschi Lakeside in early 2021 to manage the marketing and leasing of our apartment buildings. She quickly advanced and is now our Head Property Manager. Since graduating from Gonzaga University in 2019 with a degree in Marketing and Human Resource Management, Alli has built a strong background in real estate, bringing valuable expertise to her position. If you have any questions about our apartments, leasing, vacancies, rental criteria, or short-term rentals, don’t hesitate to contact her!
Maggie Hirsch
Leasing and Marketing Coordinator
Maggie joined our team in May 2024 after graduating from the University of Oregon, where she majored in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing. While her primary passion is Marketing, she has developed a keen interest in real estate. As the lead for leasing and marketing, Maggie is your go-to person for our apartments. If you’d like to schedule a showing for any of our properties, please reach out to her.
Richard Lewis
Maintenance Director
Richard took over the role of Maintenance Manager in February 2025. He has quickly become an asset to our team, tackling maintenance challenges with his "Can do!" attitude. With 7 years of experience under his belt, he's able to assess and repair issues quickly. Along with working seamlessly with our tenants, he maintains excellent relationships with our trusted vendors when necessary.
Rental Criteria
1. Applicant must be of legal age, 18 years or older.
2. Applicant must provide a photocopy of picture ID
3. Applicant must pay the $40 application fee
4. Applicant must have a minimum credit score of 650.
5. Applicant must have a minimum Gross Income to Rent Ratio of 2.5 to 1. If the applicant has a lower ratio, they must show means of financial support through bank statements.
6. Applicant must show proof of income and employment must be verifiable. If the applicant is unemployed or retired, the applicant must show means of financial support through bank statements.
7. Applicants are required to have excellent payment history and fulfilled all terms of past lease agreements.
8. If the application is approved and the lease is sent out, the applicant has 48 hours to sign the lease, before we move on to the next applicant.
9. Once application is submitted, the move-in date must be within the next 30 days.
10. No pets are allowed.
*If certain criteria are not met, applicant may apply with a co-signer.
