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Highlights

  • Fitness center
  • Modern convenience
  • Reserved covered parking
  • Select wood-burning fireplaces
  • Quiet, well-maintained community
  • Charming community

Location

537 Bellevue Way Se, Bellevue, WA 98004, USA
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Management

ICON Real Estate Services, INC.

Leasing office

(425) 696-5413

Property Overview

The Commodore Apartments offers strong overall value with competitive pricing, excellent amenities like a fitness center and reserved covered parking, and a quiet, well-maintained, charming community setting. With high ratings for location, trustworthiness, and amenities, plus convenient access to a top-rated nearby high school and good walkability and transit, it is particularly appealing for those who prioritize social life and modern convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
The Commodore Aprartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath756+ sqft$1,765–$1,895 /mo4 units availableWelcome to Commodore Apartments, located at 537 Bellevue Way SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, in the heart of downtown Bellevue. Enjoy walkable access to shopping, dining, parks, and major employers—all while living in a quiet, well-maintained community. Rent: Starting at $1,895/month Utilities: Flat rate $80 (1st occupant) + $25 each additional occupant Parking: Please inquire Deposit: $350 Refundable/ $250 Non-Refundable Photos may be of a different unit and are for reference only. Contact us to schedule a tour to ****
3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,440 sqft$2,695 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for The Commodore Aprartments

Building

Fitness CenterGym

Grounds

Courtyard
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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About The Commodore Aprartments

HomeApartments in Bellevue The Commodore Aprartments

Experience the best of Bellevue living at Commodore Apartments, ideally located just steps from downtown, Bellevue Square, dining, and major employers in Seattle and Redmond. This charming community blends classic character with modern convenience, offering spacious two- and three-bedroom homes with oversized layouts, private lanais, and select wood-burning fireplaces. Residents enjoy a peaceful courtyard, fitness center, and reserved covered parking—all in a prime, walkable location that makes everyday living easy and connected.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
/10
Very Good
The Commodore Aprartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated The Commodore Aprartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, The Commodore Aprartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Commodore Aprartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Commodore Aprartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Commodore Aprartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Commodore Aprartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Commodore Aprartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 216 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Bellevue

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 30% lower than 1-bedrooms in Bellevue.

3-bedroom apartments at The Commodore Aprartments cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Bellevue.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Bellevue
A table of studio rental data trends in Bellevue
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,073
May 2024$2,137
June 2024$2,219
July 2024$2,243
August 2024$2,171
September 2024$2,113
October 2024$2,014
November 2024$1,923
December 2024$1,982
January 2025$1,991
February 2025$2,025
March 2025$2,026
April 2025$2,047
May 2025$2,075
June 2025$2,177
July 2025$2,080
August 2025$1,988
September 2025$1,978
October 2025$1,856
November 2025$1,781
December 2025$1,750
January 2026$1,783
February 2026$1,934
March 2026$1,896
April 2026$2,045

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Can I afford to live at 537 Bellevue Way Se?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,765.
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Schools near The Commodore Aprartments

Enatai Elementary School

10700 se 25th st

bellevue, WA, 98004

PK, K-5Public
A

Central Educational Services

12111 ne 1st st

bellevue, WA, 98005

PK, K-12Public

Northwood Elementary School

4030 86th ave se

mercer island, WA, 98040

PK, K-5Public
A

Puesta Del Sol Elementary School

301 151st pl ne

bellevue, WA, 98007

PK, K-5Public
A

Jing Mei Elementary School

12300 main st

bellevue, WA, 98005

PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Bellevue near 537 Bellevue Way Se

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 537 Bellevue Way Se, Bellevue

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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