Arrivé Apartments

Efrain Laboy 11 months ago

Wish We Had Left Sooner After two years at Arrive, my roommate and I finally moved out—and honestly, we hate ourselves for staying that long. Our new (and older) place is cleaner, quieter, safer, and managed by people who treat us like actual residents. Arrive felt like paying luxury prices for constant stress. Safety? A joke. - We were chased by a houseless man with a pipe and brick. - Saw a car robbery and police chase—guns drawn. - Worst of all, witnessed a fatal shooting of a mother and her unborn child from our window. We reported it all. Management never followed up. When we asked to move units (even downsizing), Cameron, the manager, said no—claiming “many people witnessed it” and they “can’t accommodate everyone.” Rent relief? Nope. They hide behind a daily price algorithm like they’re trading apartments on Nasdaq. Then came the loudspeaker. The Martin across the street plays a high-pitched deterrent tone 24/7. Six months of sleep deprivation and disrupted work calls later—nothing changed. Multiple residents complained. Management claimed they “tried.” That’s all. Amenities? Gone or sad. - Coffee shop: gone. - Lobby/fireplace: taken over by the hotel. - Rooftop: shut down over a year, reopened with bleached furniture and a cheap fireplace. - Holiday events: “no guests” allowed. A fire inspector told me the capacity excuse was BS—they admitted wanted the space clear for a few wristbanded VIPs. - The TVs are outdated and don’t sync, the shuffleboard sits untouched, and the overall decor looks like a clearance sale. - They’ll fake interest in feedback, but nothing ever improves. - Police sirens are the daily soundtrack. By year two, it felt like we were living in the forgotten wing of a motel. More problems: -The entrance regularly smelled like urine. -Trash shoot clogs weekly. -Plants are not cared for. -The city building next door is sketchy. -The Warwick neighbor has a permanent houseless lady lives out on the sidewalk and gets aggressive, and screams at the intersection near the building. -Residents aren’t welcome in the leasing office—you can only email, and even then they’re often late or dismissive. They offer you a free drink like that makes up for it. It never does. -Drug use was clearly visible near the SIFF theater’s back door (which is the building's front door). -The gym was filthy, crowded, and barely maintained. I had to clean up for 20 minutes before every workout. -Cooking was a gamble—our smoke alarm would go off just for searing a burger. -Constant food and weed smells filled the hallway, leaked under our front door, and even into our bedroom. -Broken BBQs, loose and breachable front doors The location might seem central at first glance—but it’s not. It’s Belltown, not the SLU Triangle. Don’t let the property lines fool you—you’re paying luxury Triangle prices for Belltown headaches. Widespread resident rumors included: -A shooting inside a unit. - A ex staff member accessing private info and entering units while residents were away. Can’t confirm it, but the fear was real. Parking? Absurd. \$300+/month for a corkscrew garage with 7–8 levels underground. Over-sized vehicles blocked the exit constantly. Meanwhile, hotel guests get empty near street-level spots. To be fair, the front desk and maintenance staff were great with in-unit issues. And the rooftop view? Nice—when you’re allowed up there. But that’s where the praise ends. Oh—and the final icing on the cake. We left the unit spotless. Immaculately clean. They didn’t use our security deposit—yet somehow, we still owe money. Why? A water overage charge. I won’t speculate, but it’s not like water management wasn’t already an issue in the building. Toilets regularly over-flush, and water heating and pressure was inconsistent. I’ve lived in Seattle for years and never had a bill so high it exceeded the deposit. That's a first—and a frustrating one. Final thought: This isn’t a rant—it’s a warning. We stayed out of convenience. You don’t have to. If you’re considering moving here—don’t. You’ll regret it like we did.

Jalal Mujawar a year ago

A Truly Exceptional Living Experience in Seattle Moving into this apartment has been one of the best experiences I’ve had so far. From the very beginning of my application process to the day I moved in, Chloe Rivera was outstanding. She was incredibly responsive, kind, and attentive, making sure every question I had was answered thoroughly. On move-in day, she gave me a comprehensive tour of my apartment, followed by a walk-through of the building’s amenities. Her professionalism and warmth made the entire process seamless and welcoming. Leasing team is very welcoming and friendly. The building itself feels very secure, with controlled access required at multiple points, including the main entrance and elevators, providing an added sense of safety and peace of mind. My apartment was spotless upon move-in, not a single flaw or speck of dust in sight. I was pleasantly surprised to be welcomed with a bottle of champagne, which was such a thoughtful touch. The unit is spacious, especially for the price point, and the views are absolutely breathtaking. Natural light pours in through the windows, making the space feel bright and uplifting throughout the day. The fitness center is another highlight. It’s large, well-maintained, and fully equipped with everything you need for a great workout. Every corridor in the building is clean and has a fresh, pleasant scent, contributing to the overall upscale and comfortable atmosphere. The package locker system is also top-notch, secure and spacious, virtually eliminating any concerns about package theft. And then there’s the rooftop, arguably the crown jewel of the building. The views are absolutely stunning and offer a panoramic experience of the city. There’s plenty of space both indoors and outdoors to relax or host gatherings with friends and family. The rooftop includes kitchen appliances, countertops, and grills, making it perfect for casual get-togethers or more festive occasions. I had no maintenance issues so far so cannot comment on it. But I expect it to be top notch. There is a bistro inside building as soon you enter reception which is good. All in all, I couldn’t be happier with my decision to move here. It’s a rare blend of comfort, convenience, and charm, highly recommended for anyone looking for a high-quality living experience in Seattle. This place deserves a 5 star rating.

Jeph DeLorme 9 months ago

My wife and I have lived at Arrive for 5 years and look forward to extending our stay! We were impressed from the start by the level of professionalism exhibited by staff, front desk, leasing, event the maintenance team has been first rate. When we first moved in back in 2020, the team here has done a 'beyond amazing' job of dealing with and balancing the pandemic restrictions and related issues, and at no time did we feel unsafe or on the flip side that they had gone overboard with the precautions. The management here also does something fun and special for residents on a regular basis... cocktails or cookies in the lobby and always something extra for the pets. The facility still looks, smells and feels new and the views and amenities on the rooftop are incredible. 5 stars hardly does justice!

Catherine Wu 2 years ago

Best place I’ve ever lived and sad to leave. My husband and I lived here for about a year and a half and cannot say enough good things about it. Pros: -friendly, professional, and responsive leasing, concierge, security, housekeeping, and maintenance personnel! -views are spectacular! -maintenance requests were always responded to in a timely manner -variety of amenities including rooftop lounge -large windows which offers plenty of lighting on the gloomiest of days -high-end finishes and appliances -clean common areas Con(s): - elevators being down for maintenance a couple of times during our year and a half—not a unique issue for high rises -having to leave!

Dan Y. 9 months ago

Loved this community so much that I moved back a year after leaving. Fantastic Leasing team who is super engaged and always creative with resident events. Cant beat the views and modern apartments. Also love the energy of shared lobby between the resident side and hotel side! I'll miss this community (again) as I relocate to my new city (again).