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Cascade Apartments

$1,895 – $3,947/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 493–1,192 sq ft
  • 31 units available
221 Minor Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98109

As of November 2, 2026, Cascade Apartments in Seattle, WA has 31 apartments for rent from $1,895 to $3,947/mo. Studios start at $1,895, one-bedrooms at $2,619, and two-bedrooms at $3,703. The average asking rent has risen 3.5% since March 31, 2026, from $2,502 to $2,588.


Floor plans

Cascade Apartments has 31 units available across 24 floor plans: 14 studio layouts (493–808 sq ft), 7 one-bedroom layouts (667–1,192 sq ft), and 3 two-bedroom layouts (898–991 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

S10(S)

Studio • 1 Bath • 493 – 523 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,895/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-233$1,895493Oct 31
E-533$1,956523Oct 31
E-633$1,967523Oct 31

S8(S)

Studio • 1 Bath • 504 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,898/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-249$1,898504Oct 30

S1.2(S)

Studio • 1 Bath • 506 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,898/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-204$1,898506Nov 13

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 507 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,908/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-306$1,908507Nov 5
W-506$1,929507Nov 5

S1(S)

Studio • 1 Bath • 509 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,951/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-228$1,951509Oct 31

S1.4

Studio • 1 Bath • 518 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,966/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-728$1,966518Oct 31

O3(S) SECOND FLOOR

Studio • 1 Bath • 542 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,023/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-217$2,023542Oct 29

O1(S)

Studio • 1 Bath • 539 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,023/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-203$2,023539Nov 6

O1.6

Studio • 1 Bath • 534 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,044/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-438$2,044534Oct 31

O1(A)

Studio • 1 Bath • 552 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,044/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-430$2,044552Nov 18

O3.3

Studio • 1 Bath • 542 – 547 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,044/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-604$2,065542Oct 31
E-404$2,044542Nov 19
E-302$2,060547Nov 19

O1

Studio • 1 Bath • 548 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,065/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-645$2,065548Nov 20

S1 CORNER

Studio • 1 Bath • 511 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,099/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-747$2,099511Jan 8

O13

Studio • 1 Bath • 808 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,328/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-145$2,328808Nov 6

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 699 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,619/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-547$2,619699Oct 31

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 667 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,638/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-708$2,638667Nov 12

A1(S)

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 686 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,641/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-211$2,641686Oct 31

A15

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 863 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,756/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-308$2,756863Oct 31

A9

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 – 749 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,769/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-403$2,769747Nov 16
W-705$2,816749Dec 4

TH1

1 Bedroom • 2 Baths • 1,102 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,130/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-105$3,1301,102Oct 31

RES12

1 Bedroom • 1.5 Baths • 1,192 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,235/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-112$3,2351,192Oct 31

B9

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 898 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,703/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-301$3,703898Nov 2

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 991 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,921/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W-440$3,921991Oct 31
W-640$3,947991Oct 31

B8

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 984 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,921/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
E-742$3,921984Nov 25

See all 191 units listed at Cascade Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Cascade Apartments, a studio starts at about $2,256 a month all-in: $1,895 rent, $281 in listed fees, and an estimated $80 for internet and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,980 and a two-bedroom at about $4,064.

All-in from$2,256/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 Cascade Apartments takes about $68,220 a year for a studio, $94,284 for a one-bedroom, and $133,308 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,256 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $97,500 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,256/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$97,500/yr

Income to qualify

$68,220/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Cascade Apartments has ranged from $2,132 to $2,716. The current average is $2,588, up $86 (3.5%) from $2,502 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (184 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Cascade Apartments, the security deposit is $500 and leases run 12 months. The listing shows $281 a month in fees (sewer $85, connectivity* $65, trash $46, and 7 more) and $342 due at signing (holding deposit $300, non-refundable app fee $42).

  • Rent

    $1,895 – $3,947/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Move-in special

    Up to 1.5 months free on select homes! Offer is for new residents only - Transfers excluded.
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 8

Monthly fees

Common Area Electric

$22/mo

Connectivity*

$65/mo

Gas/Central Boiler

$11/mo

Improvement District

$2/mo

Monthly Tech Package

$25/mo

Pest

$3/mo

Sewer

$85/mo

Trash

$46/mo

Utility Admin Fee

$6/mo

Water

$16/mo

Due at signing

Holding Deposit

$300

Non-Refundable App Fee

$42

Amenities

Cascade Apartments has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 28 amenities, including fitness center, rooftop lounge space with bbqs, and private balconies.

  • Aerwave Wi-Fi Available

  • Central Ac

  • Dog Wash Rooms

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Fitness Center

  • Leed Platinum Certified

  • Off-Leash Pet Run

  • Outdoor Green Spaces

  • Package Service With 24-Hour Access

  • Resident Clubrooms

  • Rooftop Lounge Space With Bbqs

  • Seattle Pizza & Bar On-Site

  • Solarium

  • Solar Pv System

  • Steps Away From Cascade Park

  • Urban Gyro On-Site

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Air Conditioning

  • Corner Unit

  • Furniture Rental Available

  • In-Home Washer And Dryer

  • Moen Fixtures

  • Private Balconies

  • Quartz Counters

  • Smart Home

  • Stainless Steel Energy Star Appliances

  • Tile Backsplashes

  • View - Courtyard


Location

221 Minor Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98109


Resident reviews

Cascade Apartments has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.0) and location (3.8) highest and amenities and shared spaces (3.4) lowest.

4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Maintenance3.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.4
Building Quality3.5
Location3.8
Overall100 reviews

Cascade offers a well-maintained, modern apartment with responsive leasing and maintenance staff who typically address requests quickly. However, the property has experienced persistent issues with HVAC systems, hot water reliability, and package security that significantly impact resident satisfaction. While many residents praise the location, amenities, and staff responsiveness, recurring mechanical failures and security concerns remain substantial drawbacks.

Management and leasing staff are consistently praised as friendly, responsive, and helpful, with many residents highlighting quick maintenance response times and effective communication. However, a significant minority report persistent issues with AC/HVAC repairs taking weeks or months, delayed responses to maintenance requests, and concerns about billing practices and lease-related miscommunications. The property shows a pattern of strong interpersonal service from staff alongside operational challenges in maintenance execution and administrative processes.

Maintenance response times and AC reliability are the primary concerns, with residents reporting multi-month delays on HVAC repairs and inconsistent cooling performance. Positive experiences highlight quick turnaround on appliance and plumbing repairs, with staff noted as friendly and professional. Communication gaps during extended repair projects and lack of proactive updates on building-wide issues contribute to resident frustration, though individual maintenance technicians receive consistent praise for efficiency and helpfulness.

Cascade offers a well-located, quiet community with functional amenities including a gym, roof deck, and smart home features. However, residents report recurring issues with HVAC maintenance delays, package room security and organization (particularly in the west building), and inconsistent communication during repairs. Staff responsiveness varies, with positive feedback on leasing and maintenance teams offset by concerns about resolution timelines and move-out fee practices.

The building offers modern finishes and generally quiet conditions, with responsive maintenance in many cases. However, recurring issues with HVAC systems—including prolonged repair timelines and temperature control limitations—affect multiple units. Move-in unit conditions have varied, and the package room organization presents ongoing challenges across the property.

The property offers a central, walkable location convenient to downtown, transit, and nearby amenities, with most residents appreciating its neighborhood feel despite urban proximity. However, reviews highlight inconsistent maintenance responsiveness—particularly with HVAC and appliance issues—and limited guest parking as notable drawbacks. Location convenience is a consistent strength, though some residents note early-morning garbage truck noise and security concerns around package delivery and building access.

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

Cascade Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is excellent.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A+
Transit
Excellent
Grade B+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

About this property

Designed with comfort and connectivity in mind, Cascade Apartments boasts air conditioning, modern interior angular designs, geometric architecture and a stunning pedestrian mews that crosses through the community to link Fairview Avenue to nearby Cascade Park, one of the few true green spaces in downtown Seattle. Socialize atop the rooftop lounges, complete with BBQ grilling spaces and more. Also nearby is a wealth of shopping, dining and entertainment destinations, plus access to public transit enticing you to explore. Cascade Apartments will welcome you home to rest and renew for your next adventure.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Cascade Apartments is Cascade Children's Corner, a private preschool less than 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Hutch School, 0.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Cascade Children's Corner

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.0 mi

Hutch School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.3 mi

Bright Horizons Child Care Center-S Lk Union

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Lake Union Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Rainier Beach Community Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Queen Anne Community School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

Queen Anne Community School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

The Center School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.8 mi

Queen Anne Co Op Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Whole Child Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Contact & management

Cascade Apartments is managed by Equity Residential.


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