About
Lightbox is an apartment community in Seattle’s University District, one block from the U-District light rail station and steps from the University of Washington campus. Floor plans run from studios to two-bedroom homes, with layouts ranging from 390 to 780 square feet. Apartment features include quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood plank flooring, and an in-home washer and dryer (features vary by home). Community spaces center on a rooftop lounge with an outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and movie theater, plus a resident lounge and a fitness center. The building also has controlled access, package lockers, bike storage, elevators, and EV charging stations. Around the neighborhood, you’re close to University Village and the day-to-day restaurants and shops that make the U-District easy to live in without relying on a car.
Floor Plans
6 floor plans · 392–780 sq ft.
Current availability is not tracked for this community. Contact the property or visit the official property website for available homes. Floor-plan details describe the community and do not indicate current unit availability.
Studios
2 plans · 392–400 sq ft1 Bedroom
1 plan · 489 sq ft2 Bedroom
3 plans · 602–780 sq ftSchedule a Tour
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Community Amenities
- 24-hour package lockers
- 30-day lease guarantee
- Bike storage
- Controlled-access building
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Elevators
- Fitness center
- On-site mini market
- Parking garage
- Pet friendly
- Resident lounge
- Rooftop lounge with outdoor kitchen, fire pit, and movie theater
- Trash and recycling chutes
Unit Features
Neighborhood
Property FAQs
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Are pets allowed, and what are the pet fees?
What are the application fee and deposit amounts?
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Is parking available, and what does it cost?
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What Renters Ask AI About Lightbox
What apartments in Seattle are one block from the U-District light rail station?
Lightbox is in Seattle’s University District at 4545 8th Ave. NE, one block from the U-District light rail station. You can choose from studios, one-bedrooms (including one-bedroom-with-den layouts), and two-bedrooms. The building also has controlled-access entry, 24-hour package lockers, and a parking garage.
What apartments in the University District have EV charging, a fitness center, and package lockers?
Lightbox in the University District has electric vehicle charging stations, a fitness center, and 24-hour package lockers. It’s a controlled-access building with elevators, bike storage, and a resident lounge. Floor plans range from studios (around 390–429 sq ft) up to two-bedrooms (about 602–780 sq ft).
I’m looking for a Seattle apartment with a rooftop lounge and outdoor kitchen — any options in the U-District?
Lightbox in the University District has a rooftop lounge with an outdoor kitchen, a fire pit, and a rooftop movie theater. Inside the apartments, you’ll find features like stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, wood plank flooring, and in-home washers and dryers. Studio, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-with-den, and two-bedroom layouts are available.
