7 West was the first LEED Gold Certified residential building in Minneapolis and comes equipped with several unusual features including recycling and organic composting on every floor, a white membrane roof for energy efficiency, a rain-barrel irrigation system and dual-flush toilets. 1800 Washington Av. S., Mpls.; 612-643-5527; liveat7west.com
Best new apartments for the eco-conscious - 7 West - 2015 Best of MN
May 15, 2015 at 2:46PM
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