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Lightbox


4545 8Th Ave. Ne Seattle, WA

Studio - 2 Bed
•
1 Bath

392 - 602 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
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Studio • 1 Bath
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$1,431
400 ft2
1 Available
Unit 222
$1,431
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Studio • 1 Bath
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$1,451
392 ft2
1 Available
Unit 217
$1,451
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Available May 6th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$1,849
572 ft2
1 Available
Unit 206
$1,849
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$1,499
453 ft2
1 Available
Unit 320
$1,499
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Available Apr 4th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$1,628
485 ft2
1 Available
Unit 224
$1,628
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Available Apr 4th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$1,984
489 ft2
1 Available
Unit 502
$1,984
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Available May 29th, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
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$1,940 - $2,108
602 ft2
2 Available
Unit 708
$2,108
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Available Mar 26th, 2026
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Unit 208
$1,940
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Available Mar 31st, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
97
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score®
77
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
84
Very Bikeable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
Refrigerator
Hardwood Floors
Freezer
Gaming Stations
Smart Home Technology
Usb Outlet
Keyless Entry
On-site Maintenance
Near Grocery Store
Clubhouse
Secured Entry
High-speed Internet
Cable-ready
Central A / C
Heat: Forced Air
Stainless Appliances
Microwave
Range / Oven
Living Room
Elevator
Package Receiving
Media Room
Dishwasher
Sun Deck
Resident Mobile App
Quartz Countertops
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Short Term Lease
Furnished Available
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Restrictions:

Acceptable 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.

Pet Deposit: $300.00
Pet Rent: $40.00
Parking
Covered Parking
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

3 - 14 month lease terms available

Application Fee: $60.00
Admin Fee: $0.00
Security Deposit: $350.00
Property details
Description

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.

Additional Details
Year Built: 2014
Year Remodeled: 2026
Total Unit Count: 162
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (720) 283-6120
Property manager information
UDR, Inc.
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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
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for Lightbox by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$51,900
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$62,600
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$72,900
per year
Rent report

Lightbox Rent vs. Seattle Average

 Lightbox      Seattle Average
Studio
$1,441
$1,394
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
1BR
$1,740
$2,017
$0
$700
$1,400
$2,100
$2,800
2BR
$2,024
$2,787
$0
$950
$1,900
$2,850
$3,800

Lightbox is asking 3% more than the average studio apartment in Seattle.

If you upsized to an average priced Seattle 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 31% more per month.

Lightbox provides 13% more square footage than the average Seattle studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
Lightbox
Studio $1,441 $3.60 $4,323
1BR $1,740 $3.50 $5,220
2BR $2,024 $3.40 $6,072
Seattle Average
Studio $1,394 $4.00 $4,182
1BR $2,017 $3.30 $6,052
2BR $2,787 $3.00 $8,362
3BR $3,249 $2.50 $9,746
4BR $3,390 $1.80 $10,171

Availability in Seattle

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 3,223 1BR units on the market in Seattle. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
33% 44% 18% 3% 1%
Available Units in Seattle
Studio 2,437
1BR 3,223
2BR 1,304
3BR 206
4BR 83
Location
Nearby Colleges

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle Pacific University

North Seattle College

Seattle Community College Central Campus

Seattle Central College

Shoreline Community College

Campus Buildings and Attractions
Distance Walking Biking Driving
Red Square 0.9 mi 17 min 8 min 2 min
Husky Union Building 1.0 mi 19 min 6 min 3 min
School of Medicine 1.1 mi 20 min 8 min 3 min
UW Medical Center 1.3 mi 25 min 7 min 4 min
Husky Stadium 1.4 mi 28 min 9 min 4 min
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
University Of Washington Medical Center 0.9 mi.
Uw Medical Center 1.05 mi.
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance 2.48 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Port Of Seattle Fire Department 1.55 mi.
Seattle Fire Department 1.55 mi.
North Highline Fire District 1.55 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 8 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 7 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 2 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 392 to 602 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,430 to $2,108. Lightbox has studio units available starting at $1,430, 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,499, and 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,940.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 4545 8Th Ave. Ne in Seattle, WA. It's 3.9 miles north from the center of Seattle.
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