The IRO Apartments is a 4-story mid-century modern apartment building located in the north end of the University District along 15th Ave NE & 52nd - Just a short walking distance to UW, "The Ave", Saturday Farmer's Market, grocery stores, bars & restaurants, nail salons, mini marts, bookstores, churches, and only a 12-minute drive to downtown via I-5.
Consisting of HUGE, beautiful 1-3 bedroom apartments and top floor with amazing views! Many of the units have large expansive covered balconies, wood-burning fireplaces, plenty of built-in storage, updated kitchen & bathrooms, and some with Washer/Dryer. Additionally, there is a community garden terrace to enjoy some outdoor space and meet your neighbors, reserved garage and open lot parking, and extra laundry facilities.
Our residents enjoy this central University District location with plenty of nearby activities and Ravenna Park just a few blocks away. Nearby bus routes include 31, 32, 45, 48, 67, 72, 79, all within 1-3 blocks.
Walk Score 96, Transit Score 72, Bike Score 96
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*Disclaimer: Advertised photos are of a similar unit in the building. Apartment features may vary. We encourage all applicants to tour the property before signing lease to confirm unit details.
Apartment for rent
Apartment
Available Wed Nov 25 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
In unit laundry
Fireplace
What's special
Wood-burning fireplacesUpdated kitchen and bathroomsCommunity garden terraceLarge expansive covered balconiesPlenty of built-in storage
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Fireplace
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit, Shared
Features
- Elevator, Pantry, Storage
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,390 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: 3-Bedrooms, Balcony, Bathtub, Garden, Gated Community, Huge Spacious Floorplan, Large Floorplan, Large Living Room, Separated Kitchen/Dining Area, Shower, Storage
Lot
- Features: Garden, Open Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: IRO Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Gated Community
Location
- Region: Seattle
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 10/8/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,095+10.7%$2/sqft |
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| 10/11/2024 | Listing removed | $2,795$2/sqft |
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| 10/8/2024 | Price change | $2,795-3.5%$2/sqft |
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| 10/2/2024 | Price change | $2,895-3.3%$2/sqft |
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| 9/10/2024 | Price change | $2,995-18.9%$2/sqft |
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| 8/6/2024 | Price change | $3,695-2.6%$3/sqft |
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| 7/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,795+31.1%$3/sqft |
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| 6/13/2020 | Listing removed | $2,895$2/sqft |
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| 11/7/2019 | Price change | $2,895-3.3%$2/sqft |
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| 10/10/2019 | Price change | $2,995-3.4%$2/sqft |
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| 8/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,100$2/sqft |
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