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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 today 

9:00 am–5:30 pm PT

Property Overview

Union Bay Lofts is a highly rated property, achieving an 8.6 on ZuĐĽper with strong scores in price, amenities, and location, all indicating a superb living experience. Notable features include a rooftop deck, private deck, and a 24-hour gym, enhancing the lifestyle offered to residents. Furthermore, its pet-friendly environment is supported by several nearby pet services, making it an attractive option for those seeking both comfort and 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

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 bath1,096 sqft$3,195 /mo1 unit 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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Deposit$300
Monthly Rent$40

Cat policy

Allowed 
Deposit$300
Monthly Rent$40

2 pet max per home | Restrictions: None

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$500
Security Deposit. Refundable amount: 100%
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
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 pet hospital 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 246 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 Sep 13 2025.
Portage Bay
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,482
October 2023$1,436
November 2023$1,426
December 2023$1,405
January 2024$1,395
February 2024$1,381
March 2024$1,393
April 2024$1,395
May 2024$1,398
June 2024$1,396
July 2024$1,425
August 2024$1,419
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$1,399
A table of studio rental data trends in Portage Bay
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,595
October 2023$1,548
November 2023$1,579
December 2023$1,568
January 2024$1,505
February 2024$1,495
March 2024$1,506
April 2024$1,501
May 2024$1,497
June 2024$1,620
July 2024$1,595
August 2024$1,595
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$1,600

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Can I afford to live at 3218 Eastlake Ave E?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$127,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $127,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,195.
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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

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

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 grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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