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Yale

$1,180/mo

Studio
1 bath
214 sq ft
1 unit available

2037 Yale Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102

As of November 2, 2026, Yale in Seattle, WA has 1 apartment for rent at $1,180/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 5.6% since July 7, 2026, from $1,250 to $1,180.

Floor plans

Yale has 1 unit available in 1 floor plan: a studio layout (214 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

Studio

Studio • 1 Bath • 214 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,180/mo

1 available unit	Price	Sq ft	Available	Open unit
206	$1,180	214	Oct 10

See all 4 units listed at Yale, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At Yale, a studio starts at about $1,426 a month all-in: $1,180 rent and an estimated $246 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$1,426/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 Yale takes about $42,480 a year for a studio. Keeping the $1,426 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $58,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,426/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$58,200/yr

Income to qualify

$42,480/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Yale has ranged from $1,115 to $1,250. The current average is $1,180, down $70 (5.6%) from $1,250 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (89 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Yale, the security deposit is $500.

Rent
$1,180/mo
Security deposit
$500
Move-in special
This is an income restricted apartment. To qualify, residents must have a total gross yearly income that is at or below 50% Area Median Income ($57,550 for a single occupant or $65,800 total for 2 occupants). Annual recertification is required. Incomes higher than that will not be considered. Welcome to Yale! Modern studio with stylish finishes located in the Eastlake neighborhood with restaurants nearby, close to South lake Union and Downtown. Bus lines to University District, Capitol Hill and more. Gorgeous rooftop deck with incredible views of downtown, lake Union and gas works. This apartment has a kitchenette with stove top, refrigerator and convection microwave; bathroom with shower; and Murphy bed. Bright modern finishes. Pets okay. This apartment is west facing with view of Lake Union, Downtown and Space Needle from the windows and patio. The available studio apartments we have available range from 220-250 square feet. Prospective tenants must be income certified before reservi
Earliest move-in
Oct 10

Amenities

Yale has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 8 amenities.

Electrical
Microwave
Oven/Stove
Refrigerator
Sewer
Trash
Washer/Dryer
Water

Location

2037 Yale Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102

Resident reviews

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

4.9

Overall rating

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Overall1 review

This resident had a positive first-time renting experience, highlighting responsive and flexible staff support. Management demonstrated proactive communication about available units and specials. The property appears to prioritize resident assistance and accommodation of individual needs.

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

Getting around

Yale is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking: Very walkable; Grade B
Transit: Minimal; Grade F
Biking: Very bikeable; Grade B

Nearby schools

The closest school to Yale is Fusion Academy Seattle, a private high school 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Tops K-8, 0.4 miles away.

School	Type	Level	Distance
Fusion Academy Seattle Private · High	Private	High	0.3 mi
Bertschi School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	0.3 mi
Kids Co At Tops Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.4 mi
Tops K-8 Public · Middle	Public	Middle	0.4 mi
St Mark's Cathedral Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.6 mi
Capitol Hill Co-Op Pre-School Private · Preschool	Private	Preschool	0.6 mi
Seattle Preparatory School Private · High	Private	High	0.6 mi
Parkside School Private · Elementary	Private	Elementary	1.0 mi
Lowell Elementary School Public · Elementary	Public	Elementary	1.0 mi
Puget Sound Primary School Private · High	Private	High	1.3 mi