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1420 17th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

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The Gardens Apartments

1420 17th St SE
Auburn, WA 98002
(253) 785-4823
The Gardens Apartments in Auburn, WA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,499-$1,750 Pricing
  • 622–829 Square Feet

About The Gardens Apartments

Welcome to Gardens Apartments in Auburn, WA! Our community offers a range of amenities to enhance your living experience. Enjoy peace of mind with nightly security patrol, stay active on the sport court, and maintain your fitness routine in our on-site fitness room. Need a space to relax or socialize? Our community room with cable and community sitting room in the cabana provide the perfect setting. Come experience comfortable and convenient living at Gardens Apartments.

The Gardens Apartments is located in the Plateau Neighborhood and 98002 Zip code of Auburn, WA. This community is professionally managed by Icon Real Estate Services Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • A285
  • Assigned Parking
  • Community Room with cable
  • Community Sitting Room in Cabana
  • Nightly Security Patrol
  • Sport Court

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–1:00 pm
Wednesday2:00 pm–5:30 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:30 pm
Friday9:00 am–1:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Gardens Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,499 and having 622–829 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

Cost CalculatorEstimate your monthly and one-time fees
  • 1 Bedroom

    1BR/1.0BA

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 622 sq ft
    Available Oct 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,499 October 1, 2026331622$600

    Unit 331 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Nightly Security Patrol
    • One assigned carport
    • Resident Lounge
    • Sport Court

    Unit 331 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2BR/1.0BA

    $1,750

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 829 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,750Available Now411829$600

    Unit 411 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Community Sitting Room in Cabana
    • Fitness Room
    • Full size washer and dryer
    • Nightly Security Patrol
    • None
    • Plenty of Storage
    • Sport Court

    Unit 411 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,750
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,750
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.

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Property Information

  • 79 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1988

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$65.00
Due at Move-In
Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged per unit.$600.00
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$200.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cat
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Comments:

Max of 2.

Dog
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Restrictions:

breed restrictions

Comments:

Max of 2. 35lbs max weight limit.

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

  • A285
  • Assigned Parking
  • Community Room with cable
  • Community Sitting Room in Cabana
  • Nightly Security Patrol
  • Sport Court

Outdoor Features

  • Cabana

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
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1420 17th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Getting Around

  • 40 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 20 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 40 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 60 / 100 Restaurants

    Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Cafes

    Variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 60 / 100 Nightlife

    Several bars within a few minutes

  • 40 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 20 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gardens Apartments

Where is The Gardens Apartments located?

The Gardens Apartments is located at 1420 17th St SE near the Plateau area of Auburn, WA

What is the current rent range at The Gardens Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Gardens Apartments currently range from $1,499 to $1,750

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Gardens Apartments are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  • Wednesday 2:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–1:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The The Gardens Apartments Apartments are 4.3% cheaper than the average apartment in the Plateau area.

    Rent Comparison to the Plateau Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,499$1,533-$34-2.2%
    2 Bedroom$1,750$1,870-$120-6.4%

    Methodology: On 08/19/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 47 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Gardens Apartments (Plateau) 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 08/19/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.7
3 Renters Reviews

Maintenance is lacking, Parking is dark at night.

January 15, 2023 - Review from Apartments.com
Security lights are needed at night, Cars are broken into, Catalytic converters are stolen, Lack of light is a security issue, no security cameras, carports have lights that are not turned on. Maintenance takes months and months to repair items.

Property Manager Responded

January 9, 2025
Thank you for sharing your concerns. We sincerely apologize for the challenges you’ve experienced. The safety and satisfaction of our residents are extremely important to us, and we take feedback like yours very seriously. It helps us identify areas for improvement and ensures we can better meet the needs of all our residents. Please know that your concerns are not being overlooked, and we’re committed to making necessary improvements.

Great place to call home!

October 24, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
I can't say enough great things about the management. They are great with helping you resolve any issue. The location is great, close to everything. If you need an apartment with managment that cares, this is your place. You'll love it here!

Property Manager Responded

January 13, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you’ve had such a positive experience with our management team and enjoy the convenient location. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so glad you feel at home here! ??

The Garden Apartments

August 12, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
It's close to stores and the bus line, has covered parking and the tenants are friendly.

Property Manager Responded

January 13, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! Our location is very convenient, we are glad you were able to take advantage it! :)

Nearby Schools

Olympic Middle School

Auburn School District
839 21st Street Southeast
Public School - Grades 6-8 (900 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
3/10

Terminal Park Elementary School

Auburn School District
1825 K Street Southeast
Public School - Grades PK-5 (345 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
3/10

Auburn Senior High School

Auburn School District
711 East Main Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1844 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away
2/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Gardens Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Albertson's

4010 A St SE
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away

Walgreens

1416 Harvey Rd
4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

Lowe's

1232 A St NE
4 minute drive / 2.19 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Green River Community College

12401 SE 320th Street
4 minute drive / 2.23 miles away

Highline Community College

2400 S 240th St
17 minute drive / 8.04 miles away

Pierce College-Puyallup

1601 39th Ave SE
20 minute drive / 9.64 miles away

Groceries

Albertson's

4010 A St SE
4 minute drive / 1.43 miles away

Safeway

900 Meridian Ave E
10 minute drive / 4.92 miles away

Winco Foods

6621 166th Ave E
13 minute drive / 6.53 miles away

Hospitals

Multicare Auburn Medical Center

202 North Division Street Plaza One
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away

St. Francis Community Hospital

34515 9th Avenue South
11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away

Multicare Covington Medical Center

17700 Se 272nd St
14 minute drive / 6.83 miles away

Shopping Centers

Auburn Center

1801-1811 Howard Rd
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away

Powell Commercial Bldg

1403 Auburn Way S
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Fourth Villa Shopping Center

2902 Auburn Way S
2 minute drive / 0.91 miles away

The Gardens Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 1.0 miles.

Transit Stations

Auburn Station-Sounder South Line

79 B St SW
4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

Sumner Station-Sounder South Line

869 Traffic Ave
13 minute drive / 6.33 miles away

Kent Station-Sounder South Line

411 1st Ave N
14 minute drive / 6.59 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

Terminal Park

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Riverwalk

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments from $999
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Southeast of East Main Street

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Auburn Studio Apartments $1,529$1,200$1,770
Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,577$999$2,320
Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,961$1,299$4,160
Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,344$1,700$4,500
Auburn 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,703$2,427$4,200
2 Bedroom Homes$1,972$1,545$2,295
3 Bedroom Homes$3,195$2,450$4,000
4 Bedroom Homes$3,712$2,995$5,700
5 Bedroom Homes$3,664$2,998$4,195
6 Bedroom Homes$5,350$5,200$5,500

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