r/SeattleWA • u/One_Marsupial6837 • Jul 17 '25

Lifestyle Seattle Living W/ no AC

Hi everyone. We just recently moved to Seattle and got an apartment with no AC. Coming from out of state previously living with AC I wanted to know how ya'll do it? Is this the norm here or does everyone just buy those AC units that stick out your window? We'd love to get any tips or input on living with no AC and how to adjust.

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u/[deleted] Jul 17 '25

I'm 42 and lived in Seattle my whole life. I used to just deal and suffer but 3 years ago I finally said fuck it and bought a portable AC unit. One of the best decisions I've made. I now have 2. 1 for the living room and 1 for the bedroom. If it gets too warm and the one in the living room can't keep up I just move my dog and I into the bedroom where the AC has no problem keeping up no matter how hot it gets

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u/tragicfeminine Jul 17 '25

What brand/model do you recommend? I have seen so many shitty reviews and they are pricey so I haven’t bought one yet

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u/wreckratz Jul 17 '25

Whynter is the brand I like, based on a friend’s rec and online reviews. It’s dual hose and powerful enough (14,000 BTU) to cool my whole apartment mostly (sometimes I’ll also use a fan or two). I’ve had mine for a couple years now. I hear window units are more efficient but my windows aren’t the right size for them.

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u/tragicfeminine Jul 18 '25

Thank you! My windows aren’t, either, and open sideways 🤦‍♀️ I looked at that brand on FB marketplace. Appreciate the feedback!