
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Capitol Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $900 (29 Rentals)
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South Capitol, Olympia, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Capitol?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Capitol Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $1,215 | $1,590 |
South Capitol 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,199 | $3,185 |
South Capitol 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,356 | $4,111 |
South Capitol 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,646 | $3,730 |
South Capitol 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,344 | $3,190 | $3,499 |
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Cheapest Available South Capitol Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Capitol area of Olympia, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Elks Apartments priced from $1,195. Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable South Capitol apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Elks Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
The Malt House Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Heritage Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Westman Mills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Olympia Townhouses - 211 Pattison | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
123-4th | A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
The Lurana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Firwood Manor | Traditional Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Capitol, WA
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Capitol area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the South Westside neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Capitol apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Copper Leaf Residences Building A starting at $2,400 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the South Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Capitol apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Forest Park Townhomes | 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
Copper Leaf Residences Building A | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
Firwood Manor | Traditional Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Abalon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Olympia Townhouses - 211 Pattison | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Cambridge Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Breckenridge Heights | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
The Elks Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Capitol Crossing | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Heritage Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Getting Around the South Capitol Neighborhood in Olympia, WA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Capitol Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Capitol?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Capitol is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Capitol?
The cheapest apartment in South Capitol is The Elks Apartments which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in South Capitol costs $3,819.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Capitol?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in South Capitol that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Capitol?
Cheap apartments in South Capitol have an average cost of $142 which is $3,677 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Capitol.
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