
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Centralia Neighborhood of Centralia, WA from $500 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Centralia area of Centralia.


1003 N Tower Ave

601 M St

318-320 N Tower Ave

Wilson Apartments

914 N Tower Ave

1104 Brotherson Rd
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Lewis and Clark Apartments

1205 Marion St

1009 N Tower Ave

815 W 1st St

202 N Buckner St

509 N Rock St

817 W Centralia College Blvd
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Southgate Terrace Apartments

Montclair

Hillview Terrace

Southgate garden

302 E Magnolia St

r144a Woodland Apartments

Centralia Manor Apartments
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409-419 Pine St
Downtown Centralia, Centralia, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Centralia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Centralia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $1,290 | $1,290 |
| Downtown Centralia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $1,595 | $1,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Centralia Neighborhood of Centralia, WA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Centralia Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Varsity South | Studio South | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| r144a Woodland Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Centralia, WA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Centralia area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at r144a Woodland Apartments in the in the Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Downtown Centralia apartment is the Studio South Model at The Varsity South starting at $995 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Centralia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| r144a Woodland Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Varsity South | Studio South | Studio ,1BA | $3.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Centralia, Centralia, WA
Ranked #8
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.