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Yelm, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yelm?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Yelm Studio Apartments | $1,632 | $1,400 | $1,890 |
Yelm 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $989 | $3,342 |
Yelm 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $1,495 | $2,410 |
Yelm 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $1,850 | $2,895 |
Yelm 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,949 | $2,949 | $2,949 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Yelm, WA
Pricing Updated: 03/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the Yelm, 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 Yelm Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Tahoma Meadow | $1,999 | $989 | 500 |
Cheapest Available Yelm Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Yelm, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Lacey 55+ Affordable Living in the Lexington neighborhood priced from $1,191. The Timbers Apartments in the Avonlea neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Yelm apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Reserve at Lacey 55+ Affordable Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A11A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
The Timbers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Emerald Greens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yelm, WA and Nearby
As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Yelm area is the $1.40 price per square foot 8342 49th Loop SE Model at 8342 49th Loop SE in the in the Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Yelm apartment is the 6634 Axis St SE Model at 6634 Axis St SE starting at $2,885 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Avonlea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yelm apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8342 49th Loop SE | 8342 49th Loop SE | 5BR,3BA | $1.40 |
6634 Axis St SE | 6634 Axis St SE | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
Chambers Reserve Townhomes | 4X3 | 4BR,3BA | $1.51 |
8347 49th Loop SE | 8347 49th Loop SE | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
8236 58th Ave SE | 8236 58th Ave SE | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Capitol City Apartments | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Hawks Prairie | Chehalis | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
Regency Apartments | 2B 2B small | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Nisqually Landing | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
Sunset Gardens | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Getting Around Yelm, WA
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
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Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yelm Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Yelm?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Yelm is at Lacey Park Apartments listed at $1,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Yelm Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Yelm Apartment is $1,191 at Reserve at Lacey 55+ Affordable Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Yelm Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Yelm is starting from $1,245 at The Timbers Apartments.
What is the most affordable Yelm Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Yelm Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Capitol City Apartments and starts from $1,899.
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