Ponderay Apartments is a controlled access building conveniently located on 15th Ave NE near NE 56th Street. You will be pleasantly surprised by this well maintained, mid-century building and the generous room layouts. Only 11 blocks from UW campus, a few blocks from Ravenna Park, near the Burke Gilman trail, and close to both University Village and 45th Street shopping and restaurants.
Application - $54 per adult.
Deposit - equal to one month's rent (up to 90% refundable)
Permit Parking - Available for $90/month
Laundry - Onsite, operated with PayRange - no coins needed!!
Pets - Cats and dogs, deposit $300 - no pet rent!!
Storage - $30/month
Water/Sewer/Garbage - starts about $60/month for 1 person, varies depending on usage
Electricity - starts about $60/month, varies depending on usage Showings by appt only.
Showing available by appointment only.

Special offer
Ponderay
5625 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Special offer! One month free rent credit with 12 month lease of studio apartments!
Apartment building
Studio
Parking lot
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 475 | Now | $1,300 |
What's special
Well maintained mid-century buildingControlled access buildingGenerous room layouts
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Laundry: Shared
Security
- Controlled Access
- Intercom
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- Online Rent Payment
- Storage Space
View description
- City
Unit Features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Heating
- Electric
Other
- Patio Balcony
Policies
Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- One year
Pet essentials
- Small dogsAllowedNumber allowed2
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2
- Large dogsLarge dogs are not allowed
Small dogsAllowed
Number allowed2
CatsAllowed
Number allowed2
Large dogs
Large dogs are not allowed
Neighborhood: University District
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Seattle
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10McDonald International SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 7671.4 mi
- 8/10Hamilton International Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7672.2 mi
- 10/10Lincoln High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7672.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Ponderay?
Ponderay has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of Ponderay?
Ponderay has a transit score of 74, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to Ponderay?
The schools assigned to Ponderay include McDonald International School, Hamilton International Middle School, and Lincoln High School.
Does Ponderay have in-unit laundry?
No, but Ponderay has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Ponderay in?
Ponderay is in the University District neighborhood in Seattle, WA.
What are Ponderay's policies on pets?
A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. Large dogs are not allowed. A maximum of 2 small dogs are allowed per unit.












