The Cairns Apartments

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The Cairns

422 Yale Ave N
Seattle, WA 98109

Studio–2 Bedrooms
502–1,204Square 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’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 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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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Studio
1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

Studio
Plan SA
From $1,657
Studio, 1 Bath, 502-549 sq ft
Available Now
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Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
$1,737 Available Now 01315 549 View Details Below
$1,657 January 9, 2026 01513 502 View Details Below
$1,767 January 19, 2026 01311 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 01315 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01315 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
Extra patio/balcony
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Open concept floor plan
Refreshed unit interior
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,657 - $1,767
Unit 01513 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01513 Amenities and Features
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
5th floor
A/C port
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Open concept floor plan
Partial city skyline view
Patio/balcony
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,657 - $1,767
Unit 01311 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01311 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
3rd floor
A/C port
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Open concept floor plan
Refreshed kitchen and bath
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,657 - $1,767
Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 502-549 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan SA - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: 01315Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 549 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 01513Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 502 sq ftAvailable January 9, 2026
Apartment Unit: 01311Apartment Model: Plan SAStudio, 1 Bath, 502 sq ftAvailable January 19, 2026
Loft
Studio, 1 Bath, 821 sq ft

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Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Loft 821 sq ft
Show Unavailable Floorplans
1 Bedroom
Plan 1B
From $1,827
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 635-636 sq ft
Available Now
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
$1,827 Available Now 01406 636 View Details Below
$2,069 January 6, 2026 01309 635 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 01406 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01406 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
4th floor
A/C port
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Northern exposure
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,827 - $2,069
Unit 01309 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01309 Amenities and Features
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
End/corner location
Extra patio/balcony
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Northern exposure
Open concept floor plan
Refreshed kitchen and bath
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$1,827 - $2,069
Apartment Model: Plan 1B1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 635-636 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan 1B - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: 01406Apartment Model: Plan 1B1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 636 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 01309Apartment Model: Plan 1B1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 635 sq ftAvailable January 6, 2026
Plan 1A
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 667 sq ft

Model Gallery
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
Model Gallery
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Plan 1C 795 sq ft
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2 Bedrooms
Sort by
Plan 2B
From $2,647
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 961-1204 sq ft
Available Now
Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map View Details
$2,987 Available Now 01503 1204 View Details Below
$2,647 Available Now 01508 961 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 01503 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01503 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
5th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Extra patio/balcony
Juliet balcony
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Open concept floor plan
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$2,647 - $2,987
Unit 01508 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01508 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
5th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Northern exposure
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Walk-in closet
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$2,647 - $2,987
Apartment Model: Plan 2B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 961-1204 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan 2B - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: 01503Apartment Model: Plan 2B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1204 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 01508Apartment Model: Plan 2B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 961 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan 2A
$2,769
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 807 sq ft
Available Now
Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Property Map
$2,769 Available Now 01415 807
Unit 01415 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 01415 Amenities and Features
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
4th floor
A/C port
End/corner location
Extra storage
Keyless entry
Mandatory Fee: Utilities cost based on usage
Open concept floor plan
Patio/balcony
Remodeled unit interior
Smart home technology
Smart thermostats
Ultrafast internet connectivity
Model Rent and Fees
Price
$2,769
Apartment Model: Plan 2A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 807 sq ftAvailable Now
Plan 2A - Floorplan 1
Apartment Unit: 01415Apartment Model: Plan 2A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 807 sq ftAvailable Now
Two Bedroom One Bath
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 977 sq ft

Model Gallery
Availability Details
Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
Unavailable Two Bedroom One Bath 977 sq ft
Show Unavailable Floorplans

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	View Details
$1,737	Available Now	01315	549	View Details Below
$1,657	January 9, 2026	01513	502	View Details Below
$1,767	January 19, 2026	01311	502	View Details Below

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Loft	821 sq ft

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$1,827	Available Now	01406	636		View Details Below
$2,069	January 6, 2026	01309	635		View Details Below

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

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

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$2,987	Available Now	01503	1204		View Details Below
$2,647	Available Now	01508	961		View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,769	Available Now	01415	807

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Unavailable	Two Bedroom One Bath	977 sq ft

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.

Property Information

99 Units
8 Stories
Built in 2005

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Lease Terms

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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

Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$0
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$0
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$48
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$48

Other Fees

Situational Fees

Late FeeiCharged per unit$0
Security Deposit - Non-RefundableiCharged per unit$0

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

$50 Monthly Pet Rent

Restrictions: A deposit of $250 is required for up to 2 pets.

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

Dogs

$75 Monthly Pet Rent

Restrictions: A deposit of $250 is required for up to 2 pets. We do not allow guardian dog breeds/crossbreeds, such as Alaskan Malamutes, Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, German Shepherds, Akitas, Bullmastiffs, Mastiffs, Wolf Dogs or any dog that the landlord believes is a related breed. Restrictions are subject to change without notice. Restrictions do not apply to dogs that aid disabled individuals for equal access to housing.

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

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

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now

Currently Closed

By Appointment

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	Closed

Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0

0 Renters Reviews

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Nearby Schools

Lowell Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools

1058 East Mercer Street

Public School - Grades PK-5 (331 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

1500 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	$1,640	$594	$4,635
Seattle 1 Bedroom Apartments	$2,259	$634	$10,000+
Seattle 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,143	$240	$10,000+
Seattle 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,307	$1,099	$10,000+
Seattle 4 Bedroom Apartments	$2,249	$1,099	$10,000+
Seattle 5 Bedroom Apartments	$2,222	$950	$10,000+
Seattle 6 Bedroom Apartments	$3,100	$1,365	$10,000+