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Modera South Lake Union: Living in Seattle’s South Lake Union District Located at 435 Dexter Avenue North, Modera South Lake Union sits right along the Dexter Avenue North bike corridor. You are perfectly positioned to explore the city, with local coffee and dining starting just 0.1 miles away, Lake Union Park to the east, and iconic spots like Pike Place Market just down the road. The community sits near the intersection of Thomas Street and Dexter Avenue North, offering easy access to Route 62, I-5, and Highway 99.   Which restaurants and coffee shops are closest? Whether you are looking for a quick coffee or a sit-down meal, you have excellent options starting right outside your door: Metropolitan Cafe & Deli (~0.5 mile south): Located at 404–420 Dexter Avenue North, offering a full-service deli, salad bar, baked entrées, soups, and neighborhood market items. Crest Coffee Bar (~0.1 mile south): Found at 400 Dexter Avenue North (Suite 120), sitting close to the community’s Dexter Avenue North frontage. Sushi Katsu-ya (~0.3 mile southeast): Serving sushi and Japanese dishes for lunch, dinner, and happy hour at 122 Westlake Avenue North. Café Hagen (~0.3 mile east): A local favorite for specialty coffee, brunch, lunch, wine, and cocktails. Jack’s BBQ (~0.2 mile south): Enjoy Central Texas barbecue and breakfast tacos at 228 Ninth Avenue North. Flatstick Pub (~0.2 mile southeast): Head to 609 Westlake Avenue North for local beer and cider mixed with indoor mini-golf and games. La Palmera (~0.2 mile southwest): Located at 901 Mercer Street, offering Mexican food, breakfast, brunch, and happy hour. Which shopping and entertainment destinations are close by? Your new home connects you easily to some of Downtown Seattle's premier shopping and entertainment districts: Westlake Center (~1 mile south): Located at 400 Pine Street, this center offers a mix of retail, dining, and convenient services in Downtown Seattle. Pacific Place (~1 mile south): Discover five floors of shopping, dining, entertainment, and art at 600 Pine Street. Pike Place Market (~1 mile south): Explore the nine-acre historic district at 85 Pike Street, featuring renowned restaurants, eateries, specialty food, retail, crafts, and a vibrant farmers market. How close are Lake Union Park, Seattle Center, and other outdoor destinations? Getting outside and enjoying Seattle’s culture and greenery is a breeze: Denny Park (~0.3 mile south): Enjoy Seattle’s oldest public park straight down the avenue at 100 Dexter Avenue North. Lake Union Park and MOHAI (~0.4 mile east): Located at 860 Terry Avenue North, MOHAI documents regional history, while the park offers direct access to the beautiful Lake Union shoreline. Seattle Center (~0.4 mile southwest): Located at 305 Harrison Street, this campus is home to the Space Needle and hosts various arts, cultural, sports, and community events. Kenmore Air Lake Union Terminal (~0.4 mile east): Found at 950 Westlake Avenue North, offering scheduled seaplane flights and scenic tours. How far is Modera South Lake Union from major employers and transit? Commuting is highly convenient, with multiple bus stops just blocks away and Route 62 serving Dexter Avenue North directly: UW Medicine South Lake Union (~0.1 mile east): Primary and specialty care located at 750 Republican Street, Building F. Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (~0.2 mile southwest): The Seattle office sits at 500 Fifth Avenue North, right across from the Seattle Center. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (~0.6 mile east): The South Lake Union campus is located at 1100 Fairview Avenue North. Amazon Spheres (~0.5 mile southeast): The reception area at 2111 Seventh Avenue sits within Amazon's broader employment hub. Other Tech Employers: Apple, Microsoft, Google, and Facebook are also identified within the broader South Lake Union employment map (confirm specific commute times as office locations and operations can change). What apartment homes and amenities are available at Modera South Lake Union? The community offers a variety of studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartment homes equipped with modern conveniences and a 7,000-square-foot amenity collection.   Feature Details Floor Plans Studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartment homes. Select layouts feature dens, work-from-home nooks, or balconies. In-Home Features Full-home air conditioning, gas ranges, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplashes, full-size washers and dryers, programmable digital thermostats, and ultra-high-speed Internet. Signature Amenities Rooftop sky deck with views of Lake Union and the Space Needle, outdoor seating, and fire tables. Fitness & Wellness 24-hour fitness center alongside a separate yoga and Pilates studio with dedicated exercise rooms. Convenience Spaces Resident lounge with a demonstration kitchen and media/movie area, Luxer One package lockers, and bike storage with a repair shop. Pet Policy Features a private onsite pet park for a designated outdoor amenity.   Interested in a Tour? To see the available floor plans and amenities like the rooftop sky deck, resident lounge, fitness and yoga spaces in person, contact us today to schedule a tour! 

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