# Stairs Tattoo

> Tattoo studio in West Seattle, Seattle. Stairs Tattoo is located in West Seattle. The shop is appointment-only, and artists take on custom projects.

- Address: 4044 California Ave SW #C, Seattle, WA 98116
- Neighborhood: West Seattle, Seattle
- County: King County, Washington
- Phone: (206) 380-0628
- Website: https://www.stairstattoo.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/106155782090556
- Published prices: Shop minimum $300 · from $200/hour (source: https://www.stairstattoo.com/faq)
- Services: tattoo, cover-ups, custom-design
- Listing status: listed open (data as of 2026-10-18)
- Coordinates: 47.567022, -122.386529
- Source page: https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/stairs-tattoo

## Highlights

- Appointment-only shop
- Cover-ups are considered case by case

## Artists at Stairs Tattoo

- [Caitlin Stairs](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/caitlin-stairs) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caitlinstairstattoo
- [Cassidy Depew](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/cassidy-depew) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creature_tattooer
- [Curtis Stairs](https://seattle-tattoo.org/artists/curtis-stairs) — Tattoo artist · Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtisstairstattoo

_From the studio's own website. Professional information only._

## FAQ

**Where is Stairs Tattoo located?**
Stairs Tattoo is at 4044 California Ave SW #C, Seattle, WA 98116, in Seattle's West Seattle neighborhood (King County).

**How do I book a tattoo at Stairs Tattoo?**
Reach Stairs Tattoo through the website (stairstattoo.com) or phone at (206) 380-0628. Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.

**Is Stairs Tattoo licensed?**
Washington requires every tattoo shop and tattoo artist to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can confirm any shop or artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how.

**What other tattoo shops are near Stairs Tattoo?**
Nearby studios include Blue Geisha Tattoo (0.3 mi), West Seattle Tattoo (0.3 mi), and Alaska St. Tattoo Parlour (0.4 mi).

**How much does a tattoo cost at Stairs Tattoo?**
The shop rate is $200 per hour, with a $300 shop minimum.

**Does Stairs Tattoo do cover-ups?**
Cover-ups are considered on a case-by-case basis.

**Does Stairs Tattoo require a deposit?**
Yes. The artist asks for a deposit to book, and deposits are non-refundable.

## Nearby tattoo studios

- [Blue Geisha Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/blue-geisha-tattoo) — 4204 SW Oregon St, Seattle, WA 98116 · (206) 257-4636 · https://www.bluegeishatattoos.com · 0.3 mi
- [West Seattle Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/west-seattle-tattoo) — 4517 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116 · (206) 402-4861 · https://www.westseattletattoo.com · 0.3 mi
- [Alaska St. Tattoo Parlour](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/alaska-st-tattoo-parlour) — 4310 SW Alaska St, Seattle, WA 98116 · (206) 258-3656 · 0.4 mi
- [Little Crush Tattoo Shop](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/little-crush-tattoo-shop) — 2944 SW Avalon Way Apt 4, Seattle, WA 98126 · 0.7 mi
- [Golden Bee Tattoo](https://seattle-tattoo.org/studios/golden-bee-tattoo) — 3400 Harbor Ave SW Suite 431, Seattle, WA 98126 · (206) 588-0376 · 0.8 mi

_Data: OpenStreetMap contributors, Overture Maps Foundation, studio websites, Seattle Tattoo editors. Updated October 18, 2026._