Available 8/08/26
Welcome to University Heights Apartments, ideally located in Seattle's vibrant University District. This spacious and bright 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment offers modern conveniences, stunning city views, and easy access to everything the neighborhood has to offer.
Enjoy a private covered balcony, in-unit washer and dryer, dishwasher, storage locker, and window air conditioning. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features wood laminate flooring throughout the main living areas with carpeted bedrooms for added comfort.
Community amenities include secured key-entry access, an intercom-controlled lobby entrance, elevator service, on-site Amazon locker, and professionally maintained common areas. Controlled-access parking is available, subject to availability ($125 - $150/month).
Located just minutes from the University of Washington, University Heights places you within walking distance of The Ave's popular restaurants, coffee shops, and local businesses. Enjoy nearby outdoor recreation at Cowen Park, University Playground, Burke-Gilman Trail, and Portage Bay. The U District Light Rail Station is just a short walk away, providing convenient access throughout Seattle.
NO Smoking of any kind in units or on the premises.
Pets Welcome
Lease Details:
Application Fee: $55 per adult
Holding Fee: $500 (applies to security deposit)
Due at Lease Signing: Balance of deposit + first month's rent/Charges
Term: 12 months
Pets: Small Dogs & Cats Allowed (breed restrictions & HOA/House rules may apply)
Deposit: Equal to 1x rent
Utilities: Tenant establishes electricity; $100 W/S/G contribution per person per month. Tenant pays for own electricity.
Renter's Legal Liability Insurance: Required; $30/month Benefit Package includes coverage up to $10K, liability protection, online portal access, $1,000 homebuying credit, rent rewards, and positive credit reporting. Providing your own qualifying insurance can reduce or waive the fee.
Requirements: 700+ credit score, 1-year rental history, 3x monthly rent income, 1 year work history, background check
Resources:
Professionally Managed by Real Property Associates
Please request to apply to see the rental criteria. You do not need to submit an application or pay any fee to see the criteria.
Apartment
Carpet In Bedrooms
City Views
Close To Transit
Covered Balcony
Elevator & Lobby
Great Updates
Hardwood And Wood Laminate Flooring
Intercom Lobby/Entrance
Large Unit
Modernized Elevator
Non Smoking Premises
On Site Amazon Locker
Pet Friendly
Secured Access Garage
Secured Key Access
Storage
Storage Locker
Tenant Pays Own Electricity
Viewing Deck
Walk To Shops Restuarants And Parks
Washer/Dryer
Weekly Janitorial Services For Common Areas
Window A/C In Main Living Space
Yard Service Included
Apartment for rent
$2,399/mo
Fees may apply
5200 University Way NE, APT 402, Seattle, WA 98105
2beds
889sqft
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Apartment
Available Sat Aug 8 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air, other
In unit laundry
Covered parking
What's special
Private covered balconyModern conveniencesYard service includedViewing deckStunning city viewsStorage lockerIn-unit washer and dryer
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 889 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered, Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Dogs ok up to 25 lbs, Electricity not included in rent, No smoking building, Restaurant on site, Secured entry
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 6/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,399$3/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Listing removed | $2,399$3/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Price change | $2,399-3.5%$3/sqft |
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| 5/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,485+57.4%$3/sqft |
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| 1/9/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/16/2020 | Price change | $1,579-16.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/8/2020 | Price change | $1,895-5%$2/sqft |
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| 9/22/2020 | Price change | $1,995-4.8%$2/sqft |
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| 9/1/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,095$2/sqft |
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| 8/2/2020 | Listing removed | $2,095$2/sqft |
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| 7/2/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,095+52.4%$2/sqft |
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| 7/13/2012 | Listing removed | $1,375$2/sqft |
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| 6/14/2012 | Price change | $1,375-1.7%$2/sqft |
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| 6/2/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,399$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: University District
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10McDonald International SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 8/10Hamilton International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi







