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225 Roy St, Seattle, WA 98109
(425) 522-8745
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Center Steps

225 Roy St
Seattle, WA 98109
(425) 522-8745
Center Steps in Seattle, WA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,001-$3,893Pricing
  • 465–1,179Square Feet

About Center Steps

Live next door to the Space Needle with direct connectivity to Seattles arts district at Center Steps. In a vibrant new community establishing a gateway to Seattle Center from residential Queen Anne, youll find studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with cutting-edge amenities and an unbeatably walkable Seattle location.

Center Steps is located in the Lower Queen Anne Neighborhood and 98109 Zip code of Seattle, WA. This community is professionally managed by Avenue5 Residential

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24 Hour On-Call Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning*
  • Bike room with repair station
  • Built green three star
  • Controlled access community
  • Controlled access garage
  • Custom Elfa Closet System
  • Dog Spa
  • EV parking stations
  • Full size washer and dryer
  • On-site management
  • Open co-work spaces
  • Outdoor courtyard with ping pong table
  • Patio/Balcony*
  • Pet Friendly
  • Recycling extra storage onsite available
  • Renters Insurance - Liability Only, Non Compliance
  • Renters Insurance (Purchase Renter's Insurance)
  • Renters Insurance (Your insurer)
  • Rooftop Pet Park
  • Smart Package Room
  • Smart thermostats, select homes with Nest
  • Solid wood barn doors
  • Space Needle and city views
  • Two lounges main floor and interior rooftop
  • Utility - Common Area Gas
  • Utility - trash
  • Vinyl Plank Flooring

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Center Steps offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,001 and having 465–1,179 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    0x1-9-CS

    From $2,001

    Studio, 1 Bath, 465 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,030Available Now2630465
    $2,001Available Now2628465

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,001 - $2,109

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,001 - $2,030

    Unit 2630 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,030

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,001 - $2,109

    Unit 2628 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,001

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,001 - $2,109

    0x1-11CS

    From $2,102

    Studio, 1 Bath, 540 sq ft
    Available Nov 3

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,102 November 3, 20252601540

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 2601 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,102

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,102 - $2,183
  • 1 Bedroom

    1x1-6M MFTE

    From $2,209

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 626 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,209Available Now2413626

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 2413 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,209

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,209 - $2,294

    1x1O-19

    From $2,305

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 597 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,375Available Now2709597
    $2,305Available Now2309597

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,305 - $2,471

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,305 - $2,375

    Unit 2709 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,375

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,305 - $2,471

    Unit 2309 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,305

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,305 - $2,471

    1x1O-20

    From $2,345

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 597 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,444Available Now1704597
    $2,345 October 31, 20251404597

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,345 - $2,541

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,345 - $2,444

    Unit 1704 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,444

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,345 - $2,541

    Unit 1404 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,345

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,345 - $2,541

    1x1-1

    From $2,492

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 568 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,492Available Now2416568

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 2416 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,492

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,492 - $2,600

    1x1-16

    From $3,016

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 809 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,016Available Now1211809

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 1211 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,016

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,016 - $3,132

    1x1D-3

    From $3,364

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 843 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,364Available Now1701843

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 1701 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,364

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,364 - $3,498

    1x1O-30

    From $2,016

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 679 sq ft
    Available Nov 14
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,016 November 14, 20252426679

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 2426 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,016

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,016 - $2,093
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2x2-14

    From $3,893

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1179 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,893Available Now26031179

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Unit 2603 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,893

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,893 - $4,047
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Utilities & Essentials

Utility - Common Area ElectriciUtility - Common Area ElectricVaries
Pest ControliPest Control$3/mo
Utility - ElectriciUtility - ElectricVaries
Utility - GasiUtility - GasVaries
Utility - Service FeeiUtility - Service Fee$5/mo
Utility - SeweriUtility - SewerVaries
Utility - WateriUtility - WaterVaries
Renters Insurance (Your insurer)iRenters Insurance (Your insurer)Varies
Utility - Common Area GasiUtility - Common Area GasVaries
Utility - TrashiUtility - TrashVaries

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Parking EViParking EV$325/mo
StorageiStorage$75/mo
Renters Insurance - Liability Only, Non ComplianceiRenters Insurance - Liability Only, Non Compliance$10.75/per occurrence
Renters Insurance (Purchase Renter's Insurance)iRenters Insurance (Purchase Renter's Insurance)$14.5/mo

Situational Fees

Late FeeiLate Fee$10/per occurrence
NSF Tenant FeeiNSF Tenant Fee$75/per occurrence
Early Termination FeeiEarly Termination Fee300.0% of base rent/per occurrence

Pet Fees

Dog

Dog Deposit$300
Dog Rent$50/mo

Cat

Cat Deposit$300
Cat Rent$50/mo

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
Restrictions:

Breed restrictions apply. Our leasing staff can provide details. | Restrictions: None

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
Restrictions:

Breed restrictions apply. Our leasing staff can provide details. | Restrictions: None

Parking Fees

Garage

GarageiGarage$300/mo

Additional Parking Options

Garage ParkingiCall for Details

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Car Charging Station
  • Recycling

Community Features

  • Lounge

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Controlled Access
  • Patio

Recreation and Fitness

  • Spa

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Air Conditioning

Living Area Features

  • Office

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
Google Map

Map

225 Roy St, Seattle, WA 98109

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday9:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday9:00 am–6:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

79 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Center Steps

Where is Center Steps located?

Center Steps is located at 225 Roy St near the Lower Queen Anne area of Seattle, WA

What is the current rent range at Center Steps?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Center Steps currently range from $2,001 to $3,893

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Center Steps are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday 9:00 am–6:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Center Steps Apartments are 8.67% more expensive than the average apartment in the Lower Queen Anne area, and 10.83% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Lower Queen Anne Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,001$1,634+$36722.5%
    1 Bedroom$2,016$2,196-$180-8.2%
    2 Bedroom$3,893$3,485+$40811.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Seattle

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,001$1,645+$35621.6%
    1 Bedroom$2,016$2,275-$259-11.4%
    2 Bedroom$3,893$3,182+$71122.3%

    Methodology: On 10/25/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1048 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Center Steps (Lower Queen Anne), and 11571 other apartment communities in Seattle using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 10/25/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.4

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.8
2 Renters Reviews
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  • Loud Music!!

    September 24, 2022
    If you like peace and quiet, don't move here! You will not be able to sleep, or relax
    • Property Manager Responded

      July 31, 2023
      Hello, thank you for leaving us a review! We value all our resident feedback and are always making changes and adapting based on it. For any further information, please reach out to hello@avenue5.com
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Cant recommend

    June 21, 2021
    Just can't recommend, we don't even always receive our mail. Not quite the place we thought we were moving to.
    • Property Manager Responded

      September 10, 2021
      Hi, Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We regret to hear your experience has been negative. We have worked with the post office to assist their carriers in the mail delivering process. If you continue to experience this, please let us know at your earliest convenience and we will take further steps. Our manager can be reached at 206-588-2820.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

The Center School

Seattle Public Schools
305 Harrison Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (245 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
8/10

Hay Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools
201 Garfield Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (271 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
7/10

McClure Middle School

Seattle Public Schools
1915 1st Avenue West
Public School - Grades 6-8 (429 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
8/10

Queen Anne Elementary

Seattle Public Schools
411 Boston Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (205 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Center Steps.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

566 Denny Way
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Homegoods

1500 W Armory Way
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Michael's

1700 W Armory Way
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Seattle Pacific University

3307 3rd Ave W
3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

Golden Gate University - Seattle Campus

1424 Fourth Avenue, Suite 410
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Seattle Central Community College

1701 Broadway Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.66 miles away

Groceries

Trader Joes

112 W Galer St
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

Fred Meyer

915 NW 45th St
4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

Albertson's

2550 32nd Ave W
5 minute drive / 2.39 miles away

Hospitals

Virginia Mason Medical Center

925 Seneca St
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital

201 - 16th Avenue East
5 minute drive / 1.93 miles away

Swedish Medical Center

747 Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.98 miles away

Military Bases

Fort Lawton Military Reserve

7 minute drive / 3.64 miles away

Naval Supply Center

21 minute drive / 10.07 miles away

Shopping Centers

Queen Anne Marketplace

600-604 1st Ave N
1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

Seattle Monorail Project

407 Broad St
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Boat World Marina

2144 Westlake Ave N
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Center Steps has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Seattle Center-Seattle Center Monorail

1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Westlake & Mercer-South Lake Union Streetcar

1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Seattle Studio Apartments $1,645$475$5,222
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,275$600$10,000+
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,182$1,039$10,000+
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,856$1,099$10,000+
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,765$1,099$10,000+
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments $1,702$131$5,803
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,486$799$10,000+

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