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Unit W-444 at Cascade Apartments

No longer available

Last listed at $2,380/mo on August 14, 2026

Studio · 1 bath · 572 sq ft

221 Minor Ave N, Unit W-444, Seattle, WA 98109
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Unit W-444 at Cascade Apartments in Seattle, WA is a studio, 1-bath, 572 sq ft apartment. It is not available now and was last listed on August 14, 2026, at $2,380 a month. 19 other studios are available here now, from $1,895. It was listed from June 22 to August 14, 2026. The rent dropped from $2,455 to $2,380 on July 29.


Unit details

Unit W-444 at Cascade Apartments is on floor 4 and has the O1 floor plan. The unit has an in-unit washer and dryer.

  • Unit

    W-444
  • Floor plan

    O1
  • Floor

    4
  • Beds

    Studio
  • Baths

    1 ba
  • Size

    572 sqft
  • Laundry

    In-unit washer and dryer

Fees & lease terms

For Unit W-444 at Cascade Apartments, the security deposit is $500 and the lease is 12 months. The listing shows $276 a month in fees (sewer $84, connectivity* $65, trash $43, and 7 more) and $342 due at signing (holding deposit $300, non-refundable app fee $42).

  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Lease term

    12 months

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

$84/mo

Trash

$43/mo

Utility Admin Fee

$6/mo

Water

$15/mo

Due at signing

Holding Deposit

$300

Non-Refundable App Fee

$42

Unit amenities

Unit W-444 at Cascade Apartments lists 11 amenities, including in-home washer and dryer, private balconies, and air conditioning.

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Air Conditioning

  • Furniture Rental Available

  • In-Home Washer And Dryer

  • Moen Fixtures

  • Open One Bedroom

  • Private Balconies

  • Quartz Counters

  • Smart Home

  • Stainless Steel Energy Star Appliances

  • Tile Backsplashes


Building amenities

Cascade Apartments lists 16 building amenities, including fitness center, rooftop lounge space with bbqs, and ev charging stations.

  • 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


Other studios available here

  • Unit E-233

    $1,895/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 493 sq ft

  • Unit W-249

    $1,898/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 504 sq ft

  • Unit W-204

    $1,898/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 506 sq ft

  • Unit W-306

    $1,908/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 507 sq ft

  • Unit W-506

    $1,929/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 507 sq ft

  • Unit E-228

    $1,951/mo · Studio · 1 bath · 509 sq ft


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.