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Tumwater, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tumwater?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Tumwater Studio Apartments | $1,314 | $1,150 | $1,732 |
Cheap Tumwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $1,099 | $3,227 |
Cheap Tumwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $1,356 | $4,042 |
Cheap Tumwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $1,646 | $4,295 |
Cheap Tumwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,245 | $3,499 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tumwater, WA
Pricing Updated: 05/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Tumwater, WA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tumwater Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Carlyon North | $2,550 | $1,240 | 27 |
Cheapest Available Tumwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tumwater, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments in the Wellington West neighborhood priced from $1,099. Cunningham Building in the South Westside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tumwater apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Cunningham Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Heritage Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
The Malt House Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Alpine Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tumwater, WA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tumwater 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 Tumwater apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Copper Leaf Residences starting at $2,075 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the South Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tumwater 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 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Hearthstone | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | 2bed 2bath apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Firwood Manor | Traditional Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Abalon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Woodland | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Cambridge Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Crowne Pointe Apartments | The Shire | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Breckenridge Heights | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Tumwater, WA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tumwater Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Tumwater?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Tumwater is at Cunningham Building listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tumwater Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tumwater Apartment is $1,099 at Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tumwater Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tumwater is starting from $1,259 at Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments.
What is the most affordable Tumwater Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Tumwater Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Montair at Somerset Hill and starts from $2,237.
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