Historic Character | Modern Performance | Proven Basis
Cascade School Apartments is a 51-unit historic adaptive-reuse multifamily community originally constructed in 1922 and designed by Tacoma-based architectural firm Hill, Mock & Griffin. The property reflects classic Progressive-Era institutional design, featuring high ceilings, expansive windows, and durable structural elements that create a distinctive and highly desirable living environment.
The asset has been comprehensively redeveloped through 2024–2025, with significant upgrades to building systems and residential interiors while thoughtfully preserving its historic character. This blend of old-world construction and modern finishes positions the property as a unique offering within today’s multifamily landscape.
Supported by federal tax credit and city property tax incentives, the investment benefits from an attractive basis and improved long-term cash flow stability.
Cascade School Apartments presents a rare opportunity to acquire a stabilized, tax-advantaged historic asset with durable construction, differentiated unit product, and embedded upside. The combination of renovation quality, financial incentives, and long-term growth potential creates a compelling risk-adjusted investment opportunity.
Attractive Basis via Historic Incentives - $1.25M in tax credits + 10-year property tax reduction
Efficient Site Access - Four-sided access with dual entry points (SW 2nd & SW 3rd)
Expansion & Value-Add Potential - Existing basketball court offers opportunity for additional unit development (buyer to verify)
Supply-Constrained Market Dynamics - Limited inventory supporting strong occupancy and rent stability
Reduced Near-Term Cap Ex - Recent renovations significantly limit immediate capital requirements
Future Development Potential - 2.08-acre site with additional density potential (buyer to verify)
Cascade School Apartments is ideally positioned in the heart of downtown Chehalis, a historic city in Lewis County along the highly traveled I-5 corridor between Seattle and Portland. Together with neighboring Centralia, the area serves as the primary economic and governmental hub for a regional population of over 70,000 residents.
The property benefits from excellent regional connectivity, with direct access to Interstate-5 and State Route 6, linking residents to major employment centers throughout Southwest Washington. Its central location provides convenient access to local amenities including restaurants, retail, parks, and essential community services.
Downtown Chehalis continues to experience ongoing revitalization, driven by public and private investment focused on preserving its historic character while encouraging new business growth and mixed-use development. This combination of connectivity, walkability, and economic stability positions the property within one of the region’s most active and evolving submarkets.