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Ilaria

$700 – $1,185/mo

Studio
1 bath
156–223 sq ft
5 units available

1305 E Mercer St, Seattle, WA, 98102

As of October 13, 2026, Ilaria in Seattle, WA has 5 apartments for rent from $700 to $1,185/mo. The average asking rent has risen 4.2% since July 29, 2026, from $956 to $996.

Floor plans

Ilaria has 5 units available across 4 floor plans: 4 studio layouts (156–223 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

ADA MFTE

Studio • 1 Bath • 188 Sq Ft

Starting at $700/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
106 MFTE	$700	188	Feb 10

Studio

Studio • 1 Bath • 156 – 162 Sq Ft

Starting at $900/mo

2 available units	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
312	$1,058	156	Sep 17
308	$900	162	Sep 25

Loft Half Height

Studio • 1 Bath • 223 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,135/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
414	$1,135	223	Nov 11

Loft Full Height

Studio • 1 Bath • 217 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,185/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
513	$1,185	217	Oct 1

See all 13 units listed at Ilaria, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Ilaria, a studio starts at about $978 a month all-in: $700 rent and an estimated $278 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry.

All-in from$978/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 Ilaria takes about $25,200 a year for a studio. Keeping the $978 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $39,100 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$978/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$39,100/yr

Income to qualify

$25,200/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at Ilaria has ranged from $796 to $996. The current average is $996, the highest in the past 3 months.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (30 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Ilaria, the security deposit is $500.

Rent
$700 – $1,185/mo
Security deposit
$500
Earliest move-in
Feb 10

Amenities

Ilaria has a laundry room on site. It lists 16 amenities, including balcony and bike storage.

Ada
Balcony
Bike Storage
Community Kitchens
Controlled Access
Electricity
Garbage
Internet
Loft
Lofts

Microwave
Mini Fridge With Freezer
On-Site Laundry
Sewer
Water
Wheelchair Accessible

Location

1305 E Mercer St, Seattle, WA, 98102

Resident reviews

Ilaria has a 4.9 out of 5 rating from resident reviews.

4.9

Overall rating

Positive

Mixed

Neutral

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Location5.0

Management5.0

Overall6 reviews

Residents consistently report positive experiences with staff responsiveness and welcoming service during tours and leasing interactions. The property benefits from a desirable Capitol Hill location with convenient walkability to neighborhood amenities, secure building access, and a community atmosphere that residents describe as safe and supportive. No maintenance, condition, communication, or fee concerns were raised across reviews.

The property benefits from a central Capitol Hill location with convenient access to nearby amenities and services. Residents appreciate the neighborhood's walkability and proximity to local destinations.

Management and staff are reported as responsive and helpful. The property maintains secure access with gated entry and controlled building access. The location in Capitol Hill offers convenient walkability to nearby amenities and services.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Ilaria is very walkable and bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade B
Transit: Good; Grade C+
Biking: Bikeable; Grade C+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Ilaria was good on 198 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in August (average AQI 59, moderate). Daily highs averaged 75°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 38°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

198 good-air days

of the past 365

Oct 13: Moderate, AQI 70

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Temperature

75° / 38°

average August high / January low

Oct 13: 60° high, 45° low

Oct 2025Oct 2026

Pollen

None

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

Month	Average high	Average low	Average AQI	Good-air days
January	46°F	38°F	55 (moderate)	10 of 31
February	48°F	38°F	47 (good)	20 of 28
March	50°F	40°F	43 (good)	20 of 31
April	57°F	43°F	47 (good)	17 of 30
May	66°F	50°F	53 (moderate)	11 of 31
June	71°F	55°F	45 (good)	19 of 30
July	74°F	57°F	45 (good)	23 of 31
August	75°F	58°F	59 (moderate)	10 of 31
September	65°F	53°F	51 (moderate)	10 of 30
October	58°F	46°F	49 (good)	17 of 31
November	52°F	44°F	46 (good)	21 of 30
December	48°F	41°F	44 (good)	20 of 31

Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Convenient Apartments on Cap Hill! Ilaria by aPodment® offers a rare combination of peaceful, eco-friendly living in the heart of vibrant North Capitol Hill. This LEED Silver-certified building blends modern design, natural light, and sustainable features to create a serene urban sanctuary. ✨ Why You’ll Love Living at Ilaria Flexible, thoughtfully designed suites. Ilaria features two floors of bright loft-style suites and three floors of traditional Pod units, offering a variety of layouts to suit every lifestyle. Pod units are designed for flexibility, inspiring creative, efficient living in a sophisticated urban community. Ground-floor and loft options. Select ground-floor units include larger bathrooms, private entrances, and patios, while upper-floor lofts offer sleep alcoves, storage nooks, generous verandas, and stunning downtown Seattle views. Expansive windows fill each unit with natural light, enhanced by surrounding old-growth trees for a calming, sanctuary-like atmosphere. Sustainability at its core. Energy-efficient windows, lighting, and water-conscious landscaping make Ilaria a forward-thinking, eco-conscious choice for modern city living. Unbeatable Capitol Hill location. With a Walk Score of 93, you’re steps from eclectic shops, diverse eateries, popular bars, and grocery stores. Ilaria is also just minutes from Seattle Central College, Seattle University, Cornish College of the Arts, the Light Rail Station, Volunteer Park, and downtown Seattle.

Nearby schools

The closest school to Ilaria is Parkside School, a private elementary school less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Lowell Elementary School, 0.1 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Parkside School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.1 mi
Lowell Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	0.1 mi
Puget Sound Primary School Private · High	Private	High	0.3 mi
Capitol Hill Co-Op Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
St Mark's Cathedral Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.5 mi
Fusion Academy Seattle Private · High	Private	High	0.7 mi
Fusion Academy Seattle Private · High	Private	High	0.7 mi
Bertschi School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	1.1 mi
Seattle Preparatory School Private · High	Private	High	1.2 mi
Kids Co At Tops Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	1.3 mi