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Studio • 1 Bath • 561 – 649 Sq Ft
Starting at $1,906/mo
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Equinox
$1,906 – $3,950/mo
- Studio–2 bedrooms
- 1–2 baths
- 561–1,066 sq ft
- 10 units available
- Pet friendly
As of October 13, 2026, Equinox in Seattle, WA has 10 apartments for rent from $1,906 to $3,950/mo. Studios start at $1,906, one-bedrooms at $2,695, and two-bedrooms at $3,773. The average asking rent has risen 26.3% since March 29, 2026, from $2,228 to $2,813.
Floor plans
Equinox has 10 units available across 4 floor plans: a studio layout (561–649 sq ft), 2 one-bedroom layouts (748–838 sq ft), and a two-bedroom layout (1,057–1,066 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.
1x1 Den
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 838 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,695/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 601 | $2,695 | 838 | Oct 28 |
1x1 Penthouse
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 748 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,300/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 816 | $3,300 | 748 | Nov 4 |
See all 46 units listed at Equinox, including ones no longer available.
Cost to rent here
At Equinox, a studio starts at about $2,489 a month all-in: $1,906 rent, $337 in listed fees, and an estimated $246 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,296 and a two-bedroom at about $4,459.
All-in from$2,489/mo
Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.
Can you afford it?
Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Equinox takes about $68,616 a year for a studio, $97,020 for a one-bedroom, and $135,828 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,489 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $108,800 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$2,489/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$108,800/yr
Income to qualify
$68,616/yr
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Rent history
Over the past year, the average asking rent at Equinox has ranged from $1,761 to $2,813. The current average is $2,813, the highest in the past year.
Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (158 days observed).
Fees & lease terms
The listing for Equinox shows $336.56 a month in fees (appliance-related charge $100, parking garage $75, pet rent $50, and 7 more) and $909 due at signing (security deposit $450, pet deposit $300, holding deposit $99, and 2 more).
Rent
$1,906 – $3,950/moEarliest move-in
Jul 6
Monthly fees
Appliance-Related Charge | $100/mo |
Common Area/Clubhouse Rental | $25/mo |
Convergent Billing Fee | $1.06/mo |
Parking - Garage | $75/mo |
Parking - Guest | $25/mo |
Pest Control Services | $1/mo |
Pet Rent | $50/mo |
Renters Liability/Content - Property Program | $14.5/mo |
Storage Space Rental | $40/mo |
Utility - Billing Administrative Fee | $5/mo |
Due at signing
Application Fee | $45 |
Holding Deposit (Refundable) | $99 |
Package Services - Registration | $15 |
Pet Deposit (Refundable) | $300 |
Security Deposit (Refundable) | $450 |
Amenities
Equinox is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 18 amenities, including fitness center, rooftop terrace, and patio/balcony.
Air Conditioning
Business Center
Dishwasher
Dry Cleaning Service
Fitness Center
Garage Parking
Gated Access
Information Coming Soon!
Near Popular Shopping & Dining
Package Receiving
Patio/Balcony
Pet Friendly
Pets Allowed
Reservable Yoga Studio
Rooftop Terrace
Smoke Free
Walk-In Closets
Washer/Dryer
Amenity photos
- Lobby2 photos
Location
1524 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102
Resident reviews
Equinox has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate amenities and shared spaces (4.2) and location (4.2) highest and building quality (3.6) lowest.
4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
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Management4.1
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.2
Location4.2
Maintenance4.2
Building Quality3.6
Overall100 reviews
Equinox offers a well-located apartment community with spacious units, quality amenities including a gym and rooftop with South Lake Union views, and responsive maintenance staff. However, residents report persistent elevator outages, high fees and rent increases, communication gaps with management, and concerns about security and building upkeep. Staff responsiveness varies significantly depending on department and individual.
Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with positive experiences during leasing contrasting sharply with challenges after move-in. While leasing and office staff frequently receive praise for friendliness and helpfulness, residents report delayed email responses, reduced office hours, billing transparency issues, and slow resolution of maintenance concerns. Elevator outages lasting months have been a recurring frustration, and some residents cite difficulty reaching management outside business hours.
Equinox offers well-maintained amenities including a 24/7 gym, rooftop terrace, business center, and convenient parking garage access that residents consistently praise. However, recurring maintenance issues—particularly prolonged elevator outages lasting months—and package locker failures significantly impact the living experience. While amenities are a strong point, unresolved infrastructure problems and communication gaps during maintenance requests are persistent concerns.
The property benefits from a highly walkable Eastlake neighborhood location with convenient access to downtown, I-5, public transit (Route 70), nearby restaurants and shops, and a parking garage. Residents consistently praise the accessible location and easy commute options. However, recurring elevator maintenance issues have significantly impacted accessibility and resident satisfaction, with some units experiencing extended outages. Parking logistics receive mixed feedback, with garage parking available but noted as premium-priced.
Maintenance staff consistently receive praise for responsiveness and professionalism, with work orders typically completed within hours to a day. However, some residents report incomplete resolutions to ongoing issues such as water quality, HVAC delays, and unresolved plumbing concerns. Elevator maintenance remains a recurring challenge, with extended downtime periods affecting accessibility and convenience.
The building features good sound insulation between units and attractive finishes, but residents consistently report prolonged elevator outages lasting weeks to months, creating accessibility challenges. Unit appliances are aging and lack modern efficiency. Maintenance responsiveness varies, and communication from management about ongoing issues and repairs is frequently inadequate.
Getting around
Equinox is walkable and bikeable, and transit is limited.
- Walking
- Walkable
- Grade C
- Transit
- Limited
- Grade D
- Biking
- Bikeable
- Grade C
Climate and air quality
Air quality near Equinox was good on 198 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 77°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 39°F in January, the coldest.
Air quality
198 good-air days
of the past 365: Moderate, AQI 69
Temperature
77° / 39°
average August high / January low: 61° high, 46° low
Pollen
None
Oct 13–17 forecastTree: none, grass: none, weed: none
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F | 39°F | 55 (moderate) | 10 of 31 |
| February | 50°F | 40°F | 47 (good) | 20 of 28 |
| March | 51°F | 41°F | 43 (good) | 20 of 31 |
| April | 59°F | 45°F | 47 (good) | 17 of 30 |
| May | 67°F | 51°F | 53 (moderate) | 11 of 31 |
| June | 72°F | 56°F | 45 (good) | 19 of 30 |
| July | 75°F | 59°F | 45 (good) | 23 of 31 |
| August | 77°F | 59°F | 59 (moderate) | 10 of 31 |
| September | 67°F | 55°F | 51 (moderate) | 10 of 30 |
| October | 59°F | 47°F | 49 (good) | 17 of 31 |
| November | 53°F | 45°F | 46 (good) | 21 of 30 |
| December | 50°F | 43°F | 44 (good) | 20 of 31 |
About this property
Equinox is a 204-unit building in Seattle, WA.
Loaded with charm, one-of-a-kind cafes, restaurants and eclectic boutiques, Eastlake is one of Seattle's authentically captivating neighborhoods. Here, it's common to see friends catching up as they greet each other on the street. It's that close-knit, small town atmosphere that's attracted new homeowners and convinced long-time residents they wouldn't want to live anywhere else.
Building
Apartment · Mid-RiseTotal units
204
Nearby schools
The closest school to Equinox is Fusion Academy Seattle, a private high school less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Lowell Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Fusion Academy Seattle Private · High | Private | High | 0.0 mi |
Fusion Academy Seattle Private · High | Private | High | 0.0 mi |
St Mark's Cathedral Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Capitol Hill Co-Op Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Bertschi School Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.5 mi |
Lowell Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Parkside School Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Kids Co At Tops Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.7 mi |
Tops K-8 Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 0.7 mi |
Seattle Preparatory School Private · High | Private | High | 0.7 mi |
Contact & management
Equinox is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 206-441-0500.
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