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Highlights

  • Controlled access
  • On-site management
  • Garage parking
  • Thoughtfully designed apartment homes
  • Neighborhood amenities

Location

1201 Summit Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA|First Hill
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Management

Bellwether Housing

Leasing office

(425) 475-2397

Open today 

8:00 am–4:30 pm PT

Property Overview

Cascade Court Apartments earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent scores for amenities and location, along with competitive pricing and a solid level of trustworthiness. It features controlled access, on-site management, garage parking, and thoughtfully designed apartment homes, and it stands out for nearby public transit, walkability, parks, dining, shopping, and fitness and wellness options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
Cascade Court Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Studio - 60% AMIStudio1 bath371+ sqft$1,499 /mo3 units availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.
1 Bedroom - 60% AMI1 bed1 bath564 sqft$1,599 /mo1 unit availableThis apartment participates in an affordable program. Income & student restrictions apply, please contact the leasing office for pricing, information and guidelines.

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Amenities for Cascade Court Apartments

Apartment Amenities

CarpetHard Surface Countertops
Open Floor PlansWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove and Range
Refrigerator

Building

Controlled AccessElevator
Onsite LaundryWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

CourtyardGarage Parking
GateOutdoor Space
PlaygroundSmoke Free Community

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

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Building details

Property details

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About Cascade Court Apartments

HomeApartments in SeattleFirst Hill Cascade Court Apartments

Cascade Court is an income-restricted affordable housing community located in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood, offering thoughtfully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes for qualifying households earning up to 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Residences feature open layouts, ample natural light, and functional kitchens, with select accessible homes available. Residents benefit from on-site management, controlled access, garage parking, and a central courtyard, all within close proximity to transit, healthcare, shopping, and neighborhood amenities—providing comfortable, affordable living in a highly walkable urban setting.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Cascade Court Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Cascade Court Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Cascade Court Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in First Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Cascade Court Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Cascade Court Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Cascade Court Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Cascade Court Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Cascade Court Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Cascade Court Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • 73 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 54 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • There are 112 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 198 parks nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 1359 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1616 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 221 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 198 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Cascade Court Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in First Hill

Studio apartments at Cascade Court Apartments cost about 10% more than the average rent price for studios in First Hill.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% lower than 1-bedrooms in First Hill.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
First Hill
Seattle
A table of studio rental data trends in Seattle
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,400
July 2024$1,425
August 2024$1,419
September 2024$1,398
October 2024$1,386
November 2024$1,384
December 2024$1,392
January 2025$1,395
February 2025$1,376
March 2025$1,387
April 2025$1,395
May 2025$1,395
June 2025$1,396
July 2025$1,396
August 2025$1,400
September 2025$1,397
October 2025$1,392
November 2025$1,374
December 2025$1,382
January 2026$1,352
February 2026$1,363
March 2026$1,379
April 2026$1,373
May 2026$1,384
June 2026$1,375
A table of studio rental data trends in First Hill
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,450
July 2024$1,466
August 2024$1,420
September 2024$1,348
October 2024$1,353
November 2024$1,269
December 2024$1,286
January 2025$1,296
February 2025$1,295
March 2025$1,289
April 2025$1,362
May 2025$1,341
June 2025$1,310
July 2025$1,336
August 2025$1,372
September 2025$1,398
October 2025$1,403
November 2025$1,382
December 2025$1,383
January 2026$1,294
February 2026$1,338
March 2026$1,392
April 2026$1,358
May 2026$1,337
June 2026$1,351

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1201 Summit Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,499.
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Schools near Cascade Court Apartments

Lowell Elementary School

1058 e mercer st

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-5Public
B

Private School Services

2445 3rd av

seattle, WA, 98124

PK, K-12Public

Queen Anne Elementary School

411 boston st

seattle, WA, 98109

K-5Public
A-

TOPS K-8

2500 franklin av e

seattle, WA, 98102

PK, K-8Public
A-

Cascade Parent Partnership Program

2919 1st ave west

seattle, WA, 98119

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

First Hill | Seattle, WA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Seattle near 1201 Summit Ave

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1201 Summit Ave, Seattle

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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