Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Olympia Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $400 (13 Rentals)

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Ashwood Downs Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Downs Apartments

1900 Ashwood Downs Ln SEOlympia, WA 98501
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Suncrest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Suncrest Apartments

320 Israel Rd SWOlympia, WA 98501
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Capitol Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Terrace

1517 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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The Elks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Elks Apartments

609-613 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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The Coves
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Coves

940 Fairmount AveShelton, WA 98584
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Pine Garden Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Garden Apartments

3000 Johns Prairie RdShelton, WA 98584
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West Olympia, Olympia, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Olympia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Olympia 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 West Olympia apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Elks Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1,195
Boardwalk Senior Affordable ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,199
The Malt House Apartment Homes0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,225
Alpine VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,240
Westman MillsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Olympia, WA

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Olympia 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 West Olympia 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 West Olympia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes3 Beds / 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BA$1.64
Copper Leaf Residences Building A3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.69
WoodlandConifer2BR,2BA$1.57
TribecaUnit C2BR,2BA$1.79
Firwood ManorTraditional Model2BR,1BA$1.41
Abalon Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.74
Olympia Townhouses - 211 Pattison2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.39
Abbey Lane Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.68
Breckenridge HeightsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.88
The Elks Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1.53

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Olympia, Olympia, WA

Ranked #3

Among neighborhoods in Olympia, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Olympia. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the West Olympia Neighborhood in Olympia, WA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Olympia Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Olympia?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Olympia is under $1,325.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Olympia?

The cheapest apartment in West Olympia is The Elks Apartments which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in West Olympia costs $4,839.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Olympia?

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 2 regular apartments in West Olympia 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 West Olympia?

Cheap apartments in West Olympia have an average cost of $104 which is $4,735 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Olympia.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.