Grex Apartments

503 1st Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

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  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    400 - 525 sq ft

Grex Apartments
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With over a century of history, The Grex Apartments at 503 1st Ave W stands as a timeless landmark of old-world charm in Seattle’s Uptown neighborhood. Located on the corner of Republic and 1st Ave W - directly across from Safeway - you’ll find everyday essentials just steps away. Banks, the post office, a wide variety of restaurants and bars, the Uptown Theater, Climate Pledge Arena, and Seattle Center are all within three blocks, offering unmatched walkability and convenience in one of the city’s most vibrant districts. Inside, The Grex blends classic architecture with practical comfort. The spacious studio and one-bedroom homes feature hardwood floors, large walk-in closets, picture rail molding, and elegant cove ceilings that elevate each living space. Kitchens offer enough room for a dining table, creating a comfortable and functional layout. Residents also enjoy on-site laundry, extra storage lockers, and a dedicated bike storage room - thoughtful amenities that complement this historic building’s character and charm. Experience the unique lifestyle that comes with living in a beautifully preserved building surrounded by culture, convenience, and classic Seattle energy.

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Hardwood Floors

About Grex Apartments

With over a century of history, The Grex Apartments at 503 1st Ave W stands as a timeless landmark of old-world charm in Seattle’s Uptown neighborhood. Located on the corner of Republic and 1st Ave W - directly across from Safeway - you’ll find everyday essentials just steps away. Banks, the post office, a wide variety of restaurants and bars, the Uptown Theater, Climate Pledge Arena, and Seattle Center are all within three blocks, offering unmatched walkability and convenience in one of the city’s most vibrant districts. Inside, The Grex blends classic architecture with practical comfort. The spacious studio and one-bedroom homes feature hardwood floors, large walk-in closets, picture rail molding, and elegant cove ceilings that elevate each living space. Kitchens offer enough room for a dining table, creating a comfortable and functional layout. Residents also enjoy on-site laundry, extra storage lockers, and a dedicated bike storage room - thoughtful amenities that complement this historic building’s character and charm. Experience the unique lifestyle that comes with living in a beautifully preserved building surrounded by culture, convenience, and classic Seattle energy.

Grex Apartments is an apartment community located in King County and the 98119 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Seattle Public Schools attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • parking lot
  • Stoage space

Community Amenities

  • Bicycle Storage

Apartment Features

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
Location
503 1st Ave W, Seattle,
WA 98119
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Neighborhood

Lower Queen Anne is the city’s oldest neighborhoods. This historic neighborhood Lower Queen Anne is one of the most vibrant, active, and fun neighborhoods in Seattle. Known for historic architecture, this urban hub is home to high-tech companies like Amazon, along with some of Seattle’s biggest landmarks and attractions including the iconic Space Needle, the Museum of Pop Culture, the Pacific Science Center, and so much more. Although the neighborhood hosts many tourist attractions, authentic neighborhood charm and quirky treasures can be found quite easily as well. Enjoy a meal at one of the neighborhood’s many local restaurants or soak in sun at Centennial Park, a sprawling waterfront greenspace. Lower Queen Anne is perfect for true urbanites, offering mid-range to upscale apartments and condos. You will never be bored in this dynamic district, but if you’ll looking for more to do, simply travel over to Downtown Seattle which borders Lower Queen Anne.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Uptown Seattle, WA
Studio $1,523 $1,487
1 Bedroom $2,056 $2,083
2 Bedrooms $2,898 $2,795
3 Bedrooms $3,639 $3,823
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 9 min 2.8 mi
Grex Apartments is within 6 minutes or 1.8 miles from Golden Gate Univ., Seattle. It is also near Seattle Pacific University and Seattle Central Comm. Coll..
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
271 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
181 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
205 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
429 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
258 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
90 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
453 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Seattle include Seattle Center, located 0.6 mile from Grex Apartments. Grex Apartments is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 16.9 miles or 28 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 23.7 miles or 36 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 8 min 2.4 mi
Drive: 29 min 17.5 mi
Drive: 42 min 26.6 mi
Drive: 42 min 28.8 mi
Drive: 48 min 34.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Seattle-Tacoma International
Drive: 28 min 16.9 mi
Seattle Paine Field International
Drive: 36 min 23.7 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore
70 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Grex Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Grex Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Seattle Children's Museum
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Pacific Science Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Kerry Park And Viewpoint
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Kinnear Park
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Myrtle Edwards Park
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Grex Apartments has 5 parks within 0.7 mile, including Seattle Children's Museum, Myrtle Edwards Park, and Pacific Science Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 9 min 2.6 mi
Grex Apartments has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Virginia Mason Medical Center which is 2.2 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 15 min 4.8 mi
Drive: 95 min 69.3 mi
Grex Apartments is 4.8 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including East Park Naval Reserve.

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