The Cairns Apartments

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The Cairns

422 Yale Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Studio–2 Bedrooms
502–1,015 Square Feet

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 Renter's Handbook (PDF) 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 located in the South Lake Union Neighborhood and 98109 Zip code of Seattle, WA.

Unique Features and Amenities

A/C port
Barbecue area
Bike storage
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Night Patrol
Online resident portal
Open concept floor plan
Parking
Pet friendly
Rooftop terrace
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet

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Property Contact Info

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Office Hours

Monday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday	9:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday	10:00 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	10:00 am–5:00 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Studio
1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

Studio
Plan SA
Studio, 1 Bath, 502-566 sq ft
Available Now
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
Available Now 01308 566 View Details Below
August 14, 2026 01313 502 View Details Below
Model Amenities and Features
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
A/C port
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Open concept floor plan
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Unit 01308 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01308 Amenities and Features
Unique Amenities
Extra storage
Bedroom Closets
Walk-in closet
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
3rd floor
A/C port
Extra patio/balcony
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $5.00/mon
Northern exposure
Open concept floor plan
Refreshed kitchen and bath
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Wood-style flooring throughout home
Unit 01313 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01313 Amenities and Features
Unique Amenities
Extra storage
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
3rd floor
A/C port
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $5.00/mon
Open concept floor plan
Refreshed unit interior
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Wood-style flooring
Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 502-566 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan SA - Floorplan
Apartment Unit: 01308Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 566 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 01313Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 502 sq ftAvailable August 14, 2026
Loft
Studio, 1 Bath, 821 sq ft

Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Loft 821 sq ft
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1 Bedroom
Plan 1B
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 641 sq ft

Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Plan 1B 641 sq ft
Plan 1A
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 667 sq ft

Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Plan 1A 667 sq ft
Plan 1C
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 795 sq ft

Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Plan 1C 795 sq ft
2 Bedrooms
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Plan 2A
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 840-977 sq ft
Available Now
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
Available Now 01617 840 View Details Below
September 7, 2026 01418 977 View Details Below
Model Amenities and Features
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
A/C port
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Open concept floor plan
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Unit 01617 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01617 Amenities and Features
Unique Amenities
Extra storage
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
6th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $5.00/mon
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Refreshed kitchen and bath
Residential view
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Wood-style flooring throughout home
Unit 01418 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01418 Amenities and Features
Features
Balcony
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Island Kitchen
Pantry
Quartz Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Space
Hardwood Floors
Vaulted Ceiling
Unique Features
4th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $5.00/mon
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Refreshed unit interior
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Wood-style flooring throughout home
Apartment Model: Plan 2A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 840-977 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan 2A - Floorplan
Apartment Unit: 01617Apartment Model: Plan 2A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 840 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 01418Apartment Model: Plan 2A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 977 sq ftAvailable September 7, 2026
Plan 2B
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 939 sq ft
Available Aug 22
Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map
August 22, 2026 01409 939
Unit 01409 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01409 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
Stainless Steel Appliances
Unique Features
4th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage plus Monthly Utility Service Fee (ConService) $5.00/mon
Northern exposure
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Wood-style flooring throughout home
Apartment Model: Plan 2B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 939 sq ftAvailable August 22, 2026
Plan 2B - Floorplan
Apartment Unit: 01409Apartment Model: Plan 2B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 939 sq ftAvailable August 22, 2026
Plan 2C
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1015 sq ft

Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Plan 2C 1015 sq ft
Show Unavailable Floorplans

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
Available Now	01308	566		View Details Below
August 14, 2026	01313	502		View Details Below

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Loft	821 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Plan 1B	641 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Plan 1A	667 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Plan 1C	795 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
Available Now	01617	840		View Details Below
September 7, 2026	01418	977		View Details Below

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
August 22, 2026	01409	939

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Plan 2C	1015 sq ft

Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

Built in 2005
8 Stories
99 Units

Lease Terms

We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!
Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application: Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$48.00; Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$48.00
Due at Move-In: Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00; Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00

Other Fees and Policies

Situational Fees

Late Feei$0.00

Security Deposit - Non-Refundablei$0.00

Pet Fees

Cat: Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$250.00; One-Time Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$0.00; Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$50.00
Dog: Pet DepositiCharged Per Pet.$250.00; One-Time Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$0.00; Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$75.00

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

Unique Amenities

A/C port
Barbecue area
Bike storage
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Night Patrol
Online resident portal
Open concept floor plan
Parking
Pet friendly
Rooftop terrace
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet

Getting Around

90 / 100 Exceptionally walkable
All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk
90 / 100 Exceptional public transit
Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation
50 / 100 Fairly car friendly
Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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Getting to Know the Area

90 / 100 Restaurants
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes
100 / 100 Cafes
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes
100 / 100 Nightlife
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes
90 / 100 Shopping
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes
80 / 100 Parks
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes
0 / 100 Noise Level
Many sources of noise nearby

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Nearby Schools

Lowell Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools

1058 East Mercer Street

Public School - Grades PK-5 (367 Students)

In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Garfield High School

Seattle Public Schools

400 23rd Avenue

Public School - Grades 9-12 (1642 Students)

In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away

School data provided by GreatSchools.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Cairns.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

2400 S Jackson St

5 minute drive / 1.96 miles away

Homegoods

1642 W Armory Way

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Michael's

1700 W Armory Way

5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Groceries

Trader Joes

112 W Galer St

4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

Fred Meyer

915 NW 45th St

7 minute drive / 3.3 miles away

Safeway

3020 NE 45th St

7 minute drive / 3.33 miles away

Military Bases

Fort Lawton Military Reserve

10 minute drive / 4.8 miles away

Naval Supply Center

22 minute drive / 10.65 miles away

The Cairns has 5 shopping centers within 0.6 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Seattle Studio Apartments	$1,682	$594	$4,472
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments	$2,295	$634	$8,456
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,139	$950	$10,000+
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,013	$983	$10,000+
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments	$2,052	$929	$9,476
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments	$1,719	$950	$7,134
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments	$9,956	$1,420	$10,000+