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4545 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 210-3150
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Lightbox

4545 8th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 210-3150
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,457-$2,000Pricing
  • 390–780Square Feet

About Lightbox

Lightbox’s stylish apartment homes provide residents with a comfortable living experience amongst the urban energy of University District. Just north of downtown Seattle, our community grants residents easy access to a variety of shopping centers such as University Village and Bellevue Square. Our central location puts us within only a few minutes of I-5 and 520. Enjoy upscale living with a rooftop offering panoramic views of the Seattle Skyline & South Lake Union, a grilling area and fire pit at your disposal. We proudly offer studio apartments, one bedrooms, one bedrooms with dens and two bedroom options. Come see these University District apartments for yourself by scheduling an appointment today.

Lightbox is located in the University District Neighborhood and 98105 Zip code of Seattle, WA. This community is professionally managed by UDR, Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 30-day lease guarantee
  • Admin Fee
  • Bi-Weekly Payment Program
  • Blonde wood plank flooring
  • Build credit score with RentTrack
  • Controlled access with keyless fob
  • Deposit Free with Rhino
  • Electric Car Charging Station
  • Home purchase plan
  • Juliet Balcony
  • Lifestyle services powered by Amenify
  • Moving services with Move Matcher
  • Pet Friendly Community
  • RentTrack
  • Resident App
  • Smart Home + GiGstreem Internet
  • Smart Home + Internet Package
  • Trash
  • Trash and recycling chutes
  • Washer and Dryer

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Lightbox offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,457 and having 390–780 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio E1D

    $1,457

    Studio, 1 Bath, 429 sq ft
    Available Dec 10

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosFloorplan
    $1,457 December 10, 2025N/A-511429$350

    Unit N/A-511 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Unit N/A-511 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Blonde wood plank flooring
    • Natural on white finish package
    • Smart home + GiGstreem Internet
    • USB outlet
    • Washer and dryer

    Unit N/A-511 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,457

    Deposit

    • $350 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,457

    Studio E1A

    Studio, 1 Bath, 390 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1A390 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Studio E1B

    Studio, 1 Bath, 392 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1B392 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Studio E1B MMR

    Studio, 1 Bath, 392 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1B MMR392 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Studio E1C MMR

    Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1C MMR400 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Studio E1C

    Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1C400 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Studio E1D MMR

    Studio, 1 Bath, 429 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityStudio E1D MMR429 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
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  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom A1A

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 453 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1A453 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1A MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 453 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1A MMR453 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1B

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 458 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1B458 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1C

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 484 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1C484 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1C MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 484 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1C MMR484 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1D MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 485 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1D MMR485 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1D

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 485 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1D485 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1E

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 489 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1E489 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1E MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 489 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1E MMR489 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1F

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 523 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1F523 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1G

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 532 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1G532 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1H

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 550 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1H550 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom with Den A1AD

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 572 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom with Den A1AD572 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom with Den A1AD MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 572 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom with Den A1AD MMR572 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1I

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 580 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1I580 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom with Den A1BD

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom with Den A1BD609 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom A1BD MMR

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ft
     

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom A1BD MMR609 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    One Bedroom with Den A1CD

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 610 sq ft
     
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityOne Bedroom with Den A1CD610 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • 2 Bedrooms

    Two Bedroom B1A MMR

    $2,000

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 602 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositFloorplan
    $2,000Available NowN/A-508602$450

    Unit N/A-508 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit N/A-508 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Affordable Housing Program
    • Blonde wood plank flooring
    • Natural on white finish package
    • Smart home + GiGstreem Internet
    • USB outlet
    • Washer and dryer

    Unit N/A-508 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,000

    Deposit

    • $450 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,000

    Two Bedroom B1B MMR

    $1,996

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 748 sq ft
    Available Soon
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositFloorplan
    $1,996Available SoonN/A-625748$450

    Unit N/A-625 Gallery

    Floorplans

    Unit N/A-625 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unique Features

    • Affordable Housing Program
    • Blonde wood plank flooring
    • Natural on white finish package
    • Smart home + GiGstreem Internet
    • USB outlet
    • Washer and dryer

    Unit N/A-625 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,996

    Deposit

    • $450 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,996

    Two Bedroom B1A

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 602 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1A602 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1B

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 748 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1B748 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1C

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 771 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1C771 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1C

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 771 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1C771 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1C MMR

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 771 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1C MMR771 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1D

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 780 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1D780 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Two Bedroom B1D MMR

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 780 sq ft
     

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityTwo Bedroom B1D MMR780 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Storage Space
    • View
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
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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Lease Terms

  • 3 - 14 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options
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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

Security DepositiFee charged one-time: $350-$450.$350
Due at Application
Application FeeiFee charged one-time: $50.$50
Due at Move-In
Admin FeeiFee charged one-time: $0.$0

Utilities & Essentials

Package LockersiFee charged monthly: $15/month (starting at).$15/mo
Smart Home + Internet PackageiFee charged monthly: $70/month.$70/mo
TrashiFee charged monthly: $38/month.$38/mo

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Liability InsuranceiFee charged monthly: $14/month.$14/mo
Parking Garage - Reserved$220/mo
EV Parking - Reserved$265/mo
Motorcycle Parking - Reserved$75/mo
Bike StorageiFee charged monthly: $15/month.$15/mo
RentTrackiFee charged monthly: $6.95/month.$6.95/mo

Pet Fees

Dog

Pet Deposit$500
Pet RentiAcceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Pit Bull (American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, and Siberian Husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management.$75/mo

Cat

Pet Deposit$300
Pet RentiAcceptable animals include domestic cats and dogs. Dogs that are purebreds or mixes of the following breeds are prohibited: Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Chow-Chow, Doberman, German Shepherd, Great Dane, Pit Bull (American Staffordshire Terrier, American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, Shar Pei, and Siberian Husky. All other animals including exotic pets are prohibited. All animals must be authorized by management.$75/mo

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Package Service
  • Car Charging Station
  • Recycling

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Sundeck
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Media Center/Movie Theatre

Interior Features

  • View
  • Balcony
  • Storage Space
  • Washer/Dryer

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Den
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Tuesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed
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Getting Around

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

87 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

83 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lightbox

Where is Lightbox located?

Lightbox is located at 4545 8th Ave NE near the University District area of Seattle, WA

What is the current rent range at Lightbox?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Lightbox currently range from $1,457 to $2,000

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Lightbox are
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Lightbox Apartments are 10.0% cheaper than the average apartment in the University District area, and 24.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the University District Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,457$1,411+$463.3%
    2 Bedroom$1,996$2,603-$607-23.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Seattle

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,457$1,643-$186-11.3%
    2 Bedroom$1,996$3,173-$1,177-37.1%

    Methodology: On 10/11/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 761 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Lightbox (University District), and 7216 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 10/11/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

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

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.9
3 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Make sure you know what you're signing up for

    June 5, 2019
    My boyfriend and I signed our lease moving from out of state, so we did all the research we could online but never saw it in person. It's a nice complex, is cleaned every day, feels safe, apartments are new with new appliances, and has a super nice rooftop deck. But it is SO. FREAKING. SMALL. 400 sq ft doesn't sound that bad, but the way the apartment is set up your kitchen is the same as your bedroom. And we did NOT get a studio, and yet it feels that way. There is a huge gap in the bedroom ...
    wall and the doors are sliding, AKA absolutely no privacy in this apartment, which is essentially a hallway that we live in. The only normal sized part is the bathroom which I like. But having a small apartment also means the fire alarm goes off SO easily and any smells, good or bad, instantly permeate the place. We had to measure every inch to make sure the furniture we were ordering would even fit because the living space is so small! The people that have come over have always been so shocked by how small our apartment is, it is actually kind of uncomfortable so we just stopped having people over. If you're living alone the space is tolerable, but FYI - you're paying outrageously high rent by yourself for such a teensy space that's poorly laid out. You ABSOLUTELY should look at this place in person before moving in, and decide if that's a compromise you're willing to make. I definitely wasn't.
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  • Renter Beware!

    October 30, 2017
    RENTER BEWARE: My daughter and her friend were 2 summer interns who decided to live in Seattle instead of in the suburbs like they had done the prior summer. They liked the Lightbox apartments and the location. The problem is, Lightbox has a history of scamming you after you vacate the premises. There are many reviews out there just like ours that attest to their experience. They do this especially to out of state students who are naive and vulnerable. Once you leave and go back home they ...
    hit you with made up and unsubstantiated charges like smoke damage and having to paint the entire apartment and ceiling twice! They can't supply pictures or receipts for the repair work. The comical aspect, if there is one, is that during their 3 month stay, the girls did not cook and they don't smoke. Lightbox knows that the amount they charge is not high enough to expend the money necessary to retain an attorney, fly out for court appearances, and fight them, so in the end, after you try to reason with them, you end up begrudgingly giving them the $1100 they require just to make the situation go away. The irony, they wouldn’t allow them to pay online or mail them a check. They had to give these unscrupulous thieves their credit card number over the phone. They were told if they didn’t pay that day over the phone it was going to collections and their credit would be ruined. Bad credit is a big concern for college students who have yet to graduate and embark on their careers. This was a horrible situation and these girls were so taken advantage. We have all learned a lesson the hard way. Before moving into any apartment, read reviews first, check with the local police department, and force a final walk-through prior to leaving. We feel it is now our duty to warn everyone about these scammers!
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  • Rooftop decks make everything better

    August 3, 2015
    The building has great in unit amenities--washer/dryer, garbage disposal, dishwasher. The building has a bike room, lounge, and is putting in a fitness room. It's walkable to lots of bus routes, Trader Joe's, and the Ave. There's a parking garage and a decent amount of street parking. But the crown jewel of the building is the rooftop deck that overlooks Lake Union and downtown Seattle, with a view of Rainier on clear days. Overall it's a nice, newer building with good amenities. It's somewhat ...
    pricy but they do sometimes offer move-in specials, so that could make that less of an issue!
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Nearby Schools

Lowell Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools
1058 East Mercer Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (331 Students)
Located Nearby5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away
Property Identified
4/10

Green Lake Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools
2400 North 65th Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (328 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
6/10

Hamilton International Middle School

Seattle Public Schools
1610 North 41st Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (928 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
8/10

Middle College High School

Seattle Public Schools
401 Northeast Northgate Way
Public School - Grades 9-12 (95 Students)
Located Nearby6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Whitman Middle School

Seattle Public Schools
9201 15th Avenue Northwest
Public School - Grades 6-8 (679 Students)
Located Nearby7 minute drive / 3.6 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

John Stanford International Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools
4057 5th Avenue Northeast
Public School - Grades K-5 (427 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Lightbox.

Big Box and Retail

Safeway

3020 NE 45th St
3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away

Walgreens

5409 15th Ave NW
5 minute drive / 2.71 miles away

Homegoods

1500 W Armory Way
6 minute drive / 2.99 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Washington at Seattle

1400 NE Campus Parkway
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Seattle Pacific University

3307 3rd Ave W
4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

North Seattle College

9600 College Way North
5 minute drive / 2.73 miles away

Groceries

Safeway

3020 NE 45th St
3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away

Fred Meyer

915 NW 45th St
4 minute drive / 2.25 miles away

Qfc

8400 35th Ave NE
5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

Hospitals

University Of Washington Medical Center

1959 Ne Pacific St Box 356151
2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

Seattle Children's Hospital

4800 Sand Point Way Ne, Po Box C-5371
5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital

201 - 16th Avenue East
6 minute drive / 2.81 miles away

Military Bases

Fort Lawton Military Reserve

9 minute drive / 4.47 miles away

Shopping Centers

University District

4535 University Way NE
1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

University Plaza

5025 25th Ave NE
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

University Village

2673 NE University Vlg
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away

Lightbox has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Transit Stations

Fairview Ave N & Ward St-South Lake Union Streetcar

4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

Fairview & Campus Drive-South Lake Union Streetcar

4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

Fairview Ave N & Aloha St-South Lake Union Streetcar

4 minute drive / 2.31 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

University District

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Northeast Seattle

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Seattle Studio Apartments $1,643$475$4,834
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,281$600$10,000+
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,173$995$10,000+
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,808$1,099$10,000+
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,716$1,099$10,000+
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,063$950$10,000+
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,334$799$10,000+

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