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Modera

$1,807 – $2,253/mo

5499 15th Ave Ne, Lacey, WA, 98516

What floor plans are available at Modera?

Modera currently lists 4 floor plans across 18 available units, from one-bedroom to two-bedroom, starting at $1,807/mo. 11 one-bedrooms from $1,807 to $2,088/mo (544–712 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 21. 7 two-bedrooms from $2,105 to $2,253/mo (1,001 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

A02

Starting at $1,807

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 544 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
F206$1,807544Sep 22
F107$1,842544Sep 22

A03

Starting at $1,882

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 712 Sq Ft

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
J405$1,902712Sep 23
J406$1,902712Sep 23
A107$1,921712Sep 23
H405$1,902712Sep 26
A105$1,882712Sep 28
D201$1,942712Oct 6
E302$1,907712Oct 8
N107$1,917712Oct 19

A01

Starting at $2,088

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 611 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
C4202$2,088611Sep 21

B01

Starting at $2,105

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,001 Sq Ft

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
G201$2,1051,001Sep 23
M105$2,1051,001Sep 23
B204$2,1291,001Sep 23
D402$2,2421,001Sep 23
B304$2,2531,001Oct 10
L208$2,1571,001Oct 19
F202$2,2221,001Dec 8

What are the fees and lease terms at Modera?

Rent at Modera is $1,807 – $2,253 per month. The security deposit is $300. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 21. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $1,807 – $2,253/mo
  • Security deposit

    $300
  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 21

What amenities does Modera have?

Modera lists 18 amenities, including a gym, a pool, and pet-friendly spaces.

  • 2 Outdoor Playgrounds

  • Bike Lockers And Additional Storage

  • Close Proximity To Top-Rated Schools

  • Coffee Bar

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi In Social Spaces

  • Covered Outdoor Patio With Built-In Fireplace And Heaters

  • Coworking Space And Private Conference Room

  • Expansive Community Garden

  • Expansive Outdoor Lounge Area With Outdoor Kitchen And Bbq Grilling Stations

  • Garage Parking With Reserved Spaces Available

  • Hiit-Inspired Fitness Center With Cardio, Rowing And Weight Stations

  • Indoor Basketball Court

  • Multimedia Room

  • Pedestrian Trails

  • Pet-Friendly Community With Dog Park And Pet Spa

  • Resident Clubhouse With Fireplace

  • Resort-Style Pool, Spa, And Sundeck

  • Smart Access For Common Areas


What do the amenities at Modera look like?

  • Gym

Where is Modera?

Modera is at 5499 15th Ave Ne, Lacey, WA, 98516.

5499 15th Ave Ne, Lacey, WA, 98516


Residents give Modera a B grade (about 4.2 out of 5) from 100+ reviews. Modera Lacey offers modern apartments with strong maintenance responsiveness and friendly leasing staff, but residents report significant concerns about parking availability, multiple hidden fees, deposit deductions at move-out, and inconsistent enforcement of pet waste cleanup. The property features quality amenities and well-maintained grounds, though some residents question whether service quality justifies the overall cost.

4.20 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Maintenance4.4
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.3
Building Quality1.5

Modera Lacey offers modern apartments with strong maintenance responsiveness and friendly leasing staff, but residents report significant concerns about parking availability, multiple hidden fees, deposit deductions at move-out, and inconsistent enforcement of pet waste cleanup. The property features quality amenities and well-maintained grounds, though some residents question whether service quality justifies the overall cost.

Management and office staff receive consistently positive feedback for friendliness, responsiveness, and professionalism during leasing and ongoing interactions. However, significant concerns emerge around communication accessibility (phone systems, response delays), maintenance request follow-through, and fee transparency. Negative reviews frequently cite difficulty reaching staff by phone, unresolved maintenance issues marked complete without completion, and undisclosed or excessive fees for services like trash valet, WiFi, and security that residents report as unreliable.

Maintenance response is consistently fast and professional, with work orders typically completed same-day or within a short timeframe. Residents frequently praise the maintenance team's efficiency, politeness, and problem-solving ability across appliance repairs, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance issues. A small number of reviews note underlying property construction or infrastructure concerns, though maintenance staff responsiveness was not cited as the issue in those cases.

Residents consistently praise the property's modern amenities, including a pool, gym, game room, dog park, and trails, along with responsive maintenance staff. However, significant concerns emerge around mandatory fees (trash valet, WiFi, community utilities, pet screening), parking availability and tight spaces, and inconsistent upkeep of shared facilities like the dog park and laundry equipment. Some amenities advertised remain inaccessible or non-functional, and trash collection service is frequently unreliable.

Residents report significant noise transmission between units, with sound from neighboring apartments clearly audible. The building exhibits construction and maintenance concerns, including flooding in common areas, premature failures of amenities and roofing, and items requiring frequent repairs despite the property's newer age.


Is Modera walkable?

Modera is car-dependent (grade F), transit is minimal (grade F), and biking is not bikeable (grade F).

WALK

Car-Dependent

TRANSIT

Minimal Transit

BIKE

Not Bikeable


What is Modera like?

Mill Creek Residential has added to its Pacific Northwest portfolio with the development of Modera Lacey, a contemporary garden-style community in the city of Lacey, located approximately 60 miles south of Seattle. The expansive community sits on 26 acres, offering 362 homes with wood-style plank flooring.

Mill Creek Residential has added to its Pacific Northwest portfolio with the development of Modera Lacey, a contemporary garden-style community in the city of Lacey, located approximately 60 miles south of Seattle. The expansive community sits on 26 acres, offering 362 homes with wood-style plank flooring. Consisting of studios, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, the community encompasses 14 three-story residential buildings and eight carriage buildings. Home interiors feature stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, full-size washer and dryer, custom cabinetry, upgraded cabinet pulls and fixtures, oversized windows, spa-like tubs in the bathroom, pendant lighting and large primary bedrooms with ample closet space and ceiling fans. Select homes offer dedicated pantry space, wooded views, built-in shelving and storage, private balcony or patio, attached private garage and vaulted ceilings. Community amenities include an indoor basketball court, HIIT-inspired fitness center with turf, coworking space, lounge, multimedia room, expansive outdoor lounge area with outdoor kitchen, resort-style pool and sundeck, two playgrounds, bike lockers and additional storage areas. The pet-friendly community also has a dedicated dog park, pet spa and pedestrian trails. Situated at 5499 15th Avenue NE, Modera Lacey places residents within two miles of multiple shopping centers, including key retailers such as Target, Home Depot, Safeway and Costco. Its location is in close proximity to some of the area’s largest employers, including Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which employs between 30,000 and 40,000 servicemen and women and provides 34,000 civilian jobs. Additionally, Providence Health and Services Facility, a major employer in the area, is one and a half miles east of the community.


How big is Modera?

Modera is a 362-unit apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment
  • Total units

    362

What schools are near Modera?

Northwest Christian Academy is 0.6 miles from Modera. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Northwest Christian Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.6 mi

Northwest Christian High School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.6 mi

Northwest Christian High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.6 mi

Envision Career Academy

Public · High
PublicHigh0.7 mi

Pleasant Glade Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Northwest Christian Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

Summit VIrtual Academy

Public · High
PublicHigh0.8 mi

Chinook Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.8 mi

Mini-Skool Elc-6th Ave Ne

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Ignite Family Academy

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.1 mi

How do I contact Modera?

Modera is managed by Mill Creek Residential.