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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Rooftop deck
  • Private deck
  • 24hr gym
  • Spacious

Location

3218 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102, USA|Portage Bay
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Management

Bonavista Management, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 913-7494 ext. 6000

Open 

9:00 am–5:30 pm PT

Property Overview

Union Bay Lofts earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by excellent marks for price, amenities, and location, along with solid quality and trustworthiness. It stands out for its rooftop deck, private deck, 24hr gym, and spacious layout, plus a strong value per square foot and plenty of nearby pet-related conveniences.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Union Bay Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Union Bay Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed 1.5 Bath2 bed1.5 bath1,058+ sqft$2,795–$2,995 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Union Bay Lofts

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor
High CeilingHigh Ceilings

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Barbecue/Picnic AreaOutdoor Space

Neighborhood

Transportation
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. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%. Security Deposit.

$500

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $300.00.

$300

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$40

Dog

Dog Deposit

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $300.00.

$300

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$40

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Building details

Property details

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About Union Bay Lofts

HomeApartments in SeattlePortage Bay Union Bay Lofts

Relax on your private deck with views facing East towards UW & the Cascade mountains and Lake Washington or West to Lake Union downtown and the Olympics or entertain on our rooftop deck featuring BBQ's and umbrella tables with views of Lake Union and Gasworks Park -- a great 4th of July destination! We are located less than a block from bus stations going North & South on Eastlake. -- Only a couple of minutes from downtown, Capitol Hill, UW, and Wallingford -- Just south of the University Street Bridge from "The AVE" -- One block from the lake and a 24hr gym at the Pocock Rowing Center where you can rent boats & kayaks. -- Eat, drink, and entertain on Eastlake with dozens of great restaurants including Pizza, Pasta, Burgers, Sushi, a French bakery, Sports bars, plus massage spas and more all within one block of your new home!! --Cats and dogs are welcome weight: limit and aggressive breed restrictions. These luxury lofts have 2BDs, 1.5BA featuring: The Lower Level with a spacious


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Union Bay Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Union Bay Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Union Bay Lofts
Price·9A 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.
Union Bay Lofts stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
Union Bay Lofts goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including barbecue/picnic area. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Union Bay Lofts receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Union Bay Lofts 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Union Bay Lofts to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Union Bay Lofts provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Union Bay Lofts is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Union Bay Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 226 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Portage Bay

2-bedroom apartments at Union Bay Lofts cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portage Bay.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Portage Bay
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,412
September 2024$1,398
October 2024$1,386
November 2024$1,384
December 2024$1,392
January 2025$1,395
February 2025$1,376
March 2025$1,387
April 2025$1,395
May 2025$1,395
June 2025$1,396
July 2025$1,396
August 2025$1,400
September 2025$1,397
October 2025$1,392
November 2025$1,374
December 2025$1,382
January 2026$1,352
February 2026$1,363
March 2026$1,379
April 2026$1,373
May 2026$1,384
June 2026$1,375
July 2026$1,367
August 2026$1,375
A table of studio rental data trends in Portage Bay
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,595
November 2024$1,590
December 2024$1,627
January 2025$1,632
February 2025$1,657
March 2025$1,695
April 2025$1,571
May 2025$1,557
June 2025$1,548
July 2025$1,582
August 2025$1,593
September 2025$1,608
October 2025$1,604
November 2025$1,541
December 2025$1,502
January 2026$1,470
February 2026$1,437
March 2026$1,430
April 2026$1,472
May 2026$1,477
June 2026$1,417
July 2026$1,372
August 2026$1,345

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$111,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $111,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,795.
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Schools near Union Bay Lofts

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Montlake Elementary School

2409 22 av e

seattle, WA, 98112

K-5Public
A

Queen Anne Elementary School

411 boston st

seattle, WA, 98109

K-5Public
A-

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

2919 1st ave west

seattle, WA, 98119

K-8Public
A-

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Seattle near 3218 Eastlake Ave E

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 3218 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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