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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

5451 California Ave Sw, Seattle, WA 98136, USA|Seaview
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Management

Infinity Property Management - SeaTac/West Seattle

Leasing office

(425) 620-2870

Property Overview

Emerala stands out with a high expert rating, indicating favorable market conditions and overall quality. The property offers notable outdoor spaces and is pet-friendly, supported by the proximity of 16 pet supply stores, three grooming services, and three pet hospitals nearby. This combination makes it an appealing choice for pet owners seeking convenience and community amenities.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Emerala is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Emerala 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath1,035 sqft$2,285 /mo1 unit availableConveniently located on California Ave, Emerala's 1 and 2-bedroom apartments keep you in close proximity to all the city life you love while providing you with the calm and serene atmosphere of West Seattle. Freshly renovated, our apartments feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, gorgeous modern flat panel cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), beautiful private decks and a lovely outdoor courtyard. Off-street parking is also available. With a walk score of 86, you can take a leisurely stroll to various restaurants, coffee shops, bars, stores, parks and transit options. With the C line at your doorstep, downtown is less than 30 minutes away by public transit. Contact us to learn more or schedule a tour!

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Amenities for Emerala

Apartment Amenities

Ample StorageDryer
FreezerPatio

Appliances

DishwasherEnergy-Efficient Appliances
In-Unit LaundryOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKControlled Entry
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage

Other

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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Emerala

HomeApartments in SeattleSeaview Emerala

Conveniently located on California Ave, Emerala's 1 and 2-bedroom apartments keep you in close proximity to all the city life you love while providing you with the calm and serene atmosphere of West Seattle. Freshly renovated and adding in unit laundry, our apartments feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, gorgeous modern flat panel cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher), beautiful private decks and a lovely outdoor courtyard. Off-street parking is also available. With a walk score of 86, you can take a leisurely stroll to various restaurants, coffee shops, bars, stores, parks and transit options. With the C line at your doorstep, downtown is less than 30 minutes away by public transit. To learn more or schedule a tour, please reach out or visit: https emeralaseattle com


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Emerala is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Emerala 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 Emerala
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.
Emerala 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·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.
Emerala goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Emerala 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.
Emerala 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 Emerala 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.
Emerala 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.

Emerala is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 16 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 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 Emerala compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Seaview

2-bedroom apartments at Emerala cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Seaview.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Seaview
Seattle
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,912
April 2024$1,892
May 2024$1,917
June 2024$1,932
July 2024$1,984
August 2024$1,988
September 2024$1,962
October 2024$1,923
November 2024$1,919
December 2024$1,928
January 2025$1,939
February 2025$1,948
March 2025$1,929
April 2025$1,898
May 2025$1,945
June 2025$1,960
July 2025$1,962
August 2025$1,951
September 2025$1,946
October 2025$1,897
November 2025$1,895
December 2025$1,895
January 2026$1,921
February 2026$1,948
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Seaview
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$1,925
February 2025$1,925

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Can I afford to live at 5451 California Ave Sw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$91,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,285.
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Schools near Emerala

Fairmount Park Elementary School

3800 sw findlay st

seattle, WA, 98126

PK, K-5Public
A-

Louisa Boren STEM

5950 delridge way sw

seattle, WA, 98106

PK, K-8Public
B

Pathfinder School

1901 sw genesee st

seattle, WA, 98106

K-8Public
A-

Bridges Transition

7201 beacon ave s

seattle, WA, 98108

PK, K-12Public

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Seattle near 5451 California Ave Sw

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
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 5451 California Ave Sw, Seattle

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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