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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Community playground
  • Designer kitchen cabinetry
  • Fitness center
  • Conveniently located
  • Fireplace
  • Granite countertops

Location

17202 Ne 85th Pl, Redmond, WA 98052, USA|Education Hill
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Management

Essex Property Trust, Inc

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Leasing office

(425) 364-6043

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Elevation earns an exceptional Zumper Expert Rating, with top scores for price, amenities, location, and quality, alongside strong trustworthiness. Notable features include a community playground, fitness center, fireplace, granite countertops, and designer kitchen cabinetry, while its “great for” factors point to fitness wellness and pet friendliness. Pros also include nearby top-rated middle and high schools, 27 photos, and strong value for money.

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

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Elevation is one of the top properties in Education Hill. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Plan 1A1 bed1 bath743 sqft$2,217 /mo1 unit available
Plan 2C2 bed2 bath897 sqft$2,137–$2,277 /mo3 units available
Plan 2B2 bed1 bath887 sqft$2,139–$2,177 /mo4 units available
Plan 2A2 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,147 /mo1 unit available
Plan 2D2 bed2 bath932 sqft$2,189 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Elevation

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness Center

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
PlaygroundSwimming Pool

Services

Night PatrolOn-Site Maintenance

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

$48

REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$300

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max. Pets must be spayed/neutered.

$50

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$250

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Pets must be spayed/neutered.

$75

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$250

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Building details

Property details

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About Elevation

HomeApartments in RedmondEducation Hill Elevation

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Experience luxury living in a beautiful setting and elevate your lifestyle at Elevation apartments in Redmond, WA. Our community offers both comfort and style via our spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Our unique fourplex design allows every apartment home to enjoy a corner location for maximum space, light, and privacy. Each interior boasts an open floor plan offering flexible living spaces. Each apartment for rent features a combination of plush carpeting and wood-style flooring, designer kitchen cabinetry, granite countertops, and a fireplace. Also included is an in-unit washer and dryer for your convenience. Oversized windows allow each home to be filled with natural light and your own private patio or balcony gives you even more room to stretch out. Around our pet-friendly community, enjoy a host of amenities to suit your needs including a heated pool, fitness center, and a community playground. Just outside our community you will find major big-box retailers, and downtown Redmond’s shopping, fine dining, and community events are just minutes away. When it’s time to venture farther, our location is conveniently located off Highway 520 and I-405 to take you wherever you need to go. * This community does not accept reusable (portable) tenant screening reports. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.


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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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Elevation is one of the top properties in Education Hill. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Elevation
Price·10A 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.
Elevation offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A 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.
Elevation stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Elevation offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Elevation has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Elevation.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Elevation has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Michelle the leasing agent was just a joy to work with. She was very professional and pleasant and made the experience super easy. Highly recommend her and the property which I am returning to live. Good maintenance staff and team at Elevation. Thanks Michelle appreciate you!

Jim Gibons

Jim Gibons

Feb 02, 2024

Nikki and Jade are great agents, very kind and really great communication! We just signed our lease and we can't wait to be part of the Elevation community!

Daniela Bertinetti

Daniela Bertinetti

Apr 24, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Elevation is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area
  • 13 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Elevation compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Education Hill

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 12% higher than 1-bedrooms in Education Hill.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Elevation to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Education Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Education Hill
Redmond
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Redmond
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,273
October 2024$2,254
November 2024$2,258
December 2024$2,282
January 2025$2,292
February 2025$2,280
March 2025$2,233
April 2025$2,247
May 2025$2,226
June 2025$2,268
July 2025$2,255
August 2025$2,172
September 2025$2,146
October 2025$2,148
November 2025$2,129
December 2025$2,159
January 2026$2,192
February 2026$2,229
March 2026$2,259
April 2026$2,367
May 2026$2,401
June 2026$2,405
July 2026$2,395
August 2026$2,333
September 2026$2,312
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Education Hill
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,867
October 2024$2,009
November 2024$2,020
December 2024$2,048
January 2025$2,020
February 2025$1,988
March 2025$2,057
April 2025$2,024
May 2025$2,046
June 2025$2,022
July 2025$2,036
August 2025$2,031
September 2025$2,046
October 2025$2,010
November 2025$2,001
December 2025$1,998
January 2026$1,995
February 2026$2,002
March 2026$2,002
April 2026$1,919
May 2026$2,028
June 2026$2,101
July 2026$2,081
August 2026$2,079
September 2026$2,010

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 17202 Ne 85th Pl?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,680 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,217.
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Schools near Elevation

Redmond Elementary School

16800 ne 80th

redmond, WA, 98052

K-5Public
A

Old Redmond Schoolhouse

16600 ne 80th st

redmond, WA, 98052

PKPublic

Contractual Schools

16250 ne 74th st

redmond, WA, 98052

PK, K-12Public

Clara Barton Elementary School

12011 172nd ave ne

redmond, WA, 98052

K-5Public
A

Ella Baker Elementary School

9595 eastridge dr ne

redmond, WA, 98053

K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Education Hill | Redmond, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Redmond near 17202 Ne 85th Pl

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 17202 Ne 85th Pl, Redmond

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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