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Union Bay

526 Yale Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

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  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    375 - 972 sq ft

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Highlights

  • Premier Transit Location
  • Roof Terrace
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Deck
  • Controlled Access
  • Fireplace
  • Sundeck
  • Gated
  • Elevator

About Union Bay

South Lake Union is a neighborhood with a reputation for live-work-play, and our luxury apartments for rent in Seattle, WA, are in the middle of it all. Centered in the forefront of Downtown Seattle's trendiest area, many cannot wait to call Union Bay Apartments home. Designed for the savvy urban dweller, our studio, one, and two-bedroom homes come in a variety of spacious floor plans that feature an in-unit washer and dryer, stainless steel appliances, and more. You can find many amenities to unwind and relax in our pet-friendly South Lake Union apartments, including taking in the views of the Space Needle and Lake Union from one of the largest rooftop terraces in all of South Lake Union! We can't wait to show you your new home. Schedule your tour today!

Union Bay 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

  • BBQ Grills*
  • Fireplace*
  • Outdoor Firepits*
  • Parking Garage
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Area*
  • Rooftop Terrace*
  • Storage Units*
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets*

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Elevator

Roof Terrace

Controlled Access

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Roof Terrace
  • Sundeck
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Refrigerator

Disposal

Ice Maker

Fireplace

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Ice Maker
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck

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Location
526 Yale Ave N, Seattle,
WA 98109
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Neighborhood

“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 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South Lake Union Seattle, WA
Studio $1,964 $1,493
1 Bedroom $2,599 $2,103
2 Bedrooms $4,061 $2,828
3 Bedrooms $6,865 $3,885
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Seattle Central Comm. Coll.
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Golden Gate Univ., Seattle
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Seattle University
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Seattle Pacific University
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
Union Bay is within 3 minutes or 1.1 miles from Seattle Central Comm. Coll.. It is also near Golden Gate Univ., Seattle and Seattle University.
Schools
Lowell Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
331 Students
Attendance Zone
Special Education Service School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
181 Students
Nearby
Garfield High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,642 Students
Attendance Zone
Morningside Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
90 Students
Nearby
Spruce St. School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
106 Students
Nearby
The Northwest School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
453 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Seattle include Terry & Mercer, located 0.4 mile from Union Bay. Union Bay is near Seattle-Tacoma International, located 15.4 miles or 25 minutes away, and Seattle Paine Field International, located 22.8 miles or 33 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Terry & Mercer
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Lake Union Park
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Westlake & Mercer
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Fairview & Campus Drive
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Terry & Thomas
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
King Street (Seattle) Station
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Edmonds Station
Drive: 26 min 16.6 mi
Mukilteo Station
Drive: 39 min 25.7 mi
Everett Station
Drive: 39 min 27.9 mi
Tacoma Dome Station
Drive: 44 min 33.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Seattle-Tacoma International
 Drive: 25 min 15.4 mi
Seattle Paine Field International
 Drive: 33 min 22.8 mi
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 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
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Soundscore™
62 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Union Bay.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Lake Union Piers
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Melrose Market
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Harvard Mansion
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Union Bay has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Cascade Playground
 Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center
 Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Denny Park
 Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Freeway Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Volunteer Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Union Bay has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including Cascade Playground, Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center, and Denny Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Swedish Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Union Bay has 3 hospitals within 1.6 miles, the nearest is Virginia Mason Medical Center which is 1.2 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Lawton Military Reserve
Drive: 19 min 6.2 mi
Keyport Naval Reservation
Drive: 84 min 38.0 mi
East Park Naval Reserve
Drive: 91 min 67.8 mi
Union Bay has 3 military bases within 67.8 miles, the nearest is Fort Lawton Military Reserve which is 6.2 miles away and a 19 minute drive.

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