110 Roy Apartments
110 Roy St,
Seattle, WA 98119
Studio - 2 Beds $2,235 - $5,845
The Cairns
422 Yale Ave N,
Seattle,
WA
98109
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Bedrooms
Studio bd
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
549 sq ft
The Cairns
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We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. The Cairns apartments in Seattle, WA offer a lifestyle immersed in culture and surrounded by adventure. Situated between Capitol Hill and South Lake Union, our community is uniquely positioned to offer access to all the best of the city, with sweeping skyline views and a sophisticated, modern home to match. Choose from our studio, one-, or two-bedroom residences, all featuring a fully equipped kitchen that is ideal for entertaining guests. Inside each home, you’ll also find a combination of wood-style flooring and carpeting, ample storage space, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Showcasing beautiful views of the city, your Juliet-inspired balcony is perfect for an herb garden and a breath of fresh air. Around our community, you will find a host of amenities that contribute to the convenience of everyday life, such as a 24-hour fitness center, a clubhouse, and a dog park for your furry friend. Perhaps best of all is our fantastic rooftop deck, with entertaining area and sparkling city views. Just beyond our community, daily conveniences are minutes away. Whole Foods, Amazon Go, and 24-Hour Fitness, along with many nearby attractions like the Space Needle and the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) are all within easy reach. If you must travel farther, getting around the city is a breeze on the South Lake Union Streetcar and with easy access to I-5. The City of Seattle’s Renter’s Handbook, available here, summarizes the rental regulations and outlines the obligations and responsibilities of both tenants and landlords. A paper copy is available from the Leasing Office upon request. This community does not accept reusable (portable) tenant screening reports. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website. For Rental Qualifications, please visit:
About The Cairns
We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. The Cairns apartments in Seattle, WA offer a lifestyle immersed in culture and surrounded by adventure. Situated between Capitol Hill and South Lake Union, our community is uniquely positioned to offer access to all the best of the city, with sweeping skyline views and a sophisticated, modern home to match. Choose from our studio, one-, or two-bedroom residences, all featuring a fully equipped kitchen that is ideal for entertaining guests. Inside each home, you’ll also find a combination of wood-style flooring and carpeting, ample storage space, and an in-unit washer and dryer. Showcasing beautiful views of the city, your Juliet-inspired balcony is perfect for an herb garden and a breath of fresh air. Around our community, you will find a host of amenities that contribute to the convenience of everyday life, such as a 24-hour fitness center, a clubhouse, and a dog park for your furry friend. Perhaps best of all is our fantastic rooftop deck, with entertaining area and sparkling city views. Just beyond our community, daily conveniences are minutes away. Whole Foods, Amazon Go, and 24-Hour Fitness, along with many nearby attractions like the Space Needle and the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) are all within easy reach. If you must travel farther, getting around the city is a breeze on the South Lake Union Streetcar and with easy access to I-5. The City of Seattle’s Renter’s Handbook, available here, summarizes the rental regulations and outlines the obligations and responsibilities of both tenants and landlords. A paper copy is available from the Leasing Office upon request. This community does not accept reusable (portable) tenant screening reports. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website. For Rental Qualifications, please visit:
The Cairns is an apartment community located in King County and the 98109 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Seattle Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Rooftop terrace
- Bike storage
- Night Patrol
- Online resident portal
- Pet friendly
- Barbecue area
- Parking
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
- Wi-Fi
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- On-Site Retail
- Elevator
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
Island Kitchen
- Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Balcony
Location
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“Great location” doesn’t do this lively neighborhood justice. South Lake Union resides in a pristine location on the shore of Lake Union to the north and off the coast of Elliot Bay to the west. Situated just two miles from downtown Seattle, South Lake Union offers beautiful bayside and lakeside views, a scenic cityscape, and access to everything Seattle has to offer.
Nestled directly east of the Space Needle, Seattle Children’s Museum, Museum of Pop Culture, Memorial Stadium and more, this neighborhood is bikeable and walkable to some of Seattle’s greatest attractions. Aside from its location, South Lake Union offers immense perks. Just take a trip to Lake Union Park for access to 12 acres of lakefront property with a boat launch, beautiful walkways, and the Museum of History & Industry, or experience of one its incredible local restaurants.
Learn more about living in South Lake Union
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.3 mi |
The Cairns is within 18 minutes or 0.9 mile from Seattle Central Comm. Coll.. It is also near Golden Gate Univ., Seattle and Seattle University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
331 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
181 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,642 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 2-9
85 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
103 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
510 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Seattle include Terry & Mercer, located 0.4 mile from The Cairns. The Cairns is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 15.3 miles or 24 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 22.8 miles or 33 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 20 min | 13.7 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 16.6 mi |
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Drive: | 29 min | 19.5 mi |
| Drive: | 29 min | 20.6 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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Seattle-Tacoma International
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Drive: | 24 min | 15.3 mi |
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Seattle Paine Field International
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Drive: | 33 min | 22.8 mi |
Time and distance from The Cairns.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
The Cairns has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Denny Park
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Freeway Park
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Pacific Science Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi |
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Volunteer Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
The Cairns has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center, Denny Park, and Freeway Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi |
The Cairns has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Virginia Mason Medical Center which is 1.0 miles away and a 19 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 19 min | 6.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 90 min | 67.7 mi |
The Cairns is 6.1 miles from Fort Lawton Military Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including East Park Naval Reserve.
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422 Yale Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109