Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Elma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elma Studio Apartments | $1,389 | $1,240 | $1,730 |
Elma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $925 | $6,122 |
Elma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,094 | $1,275 | $6,737 |
Elma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,375 | $7,200 |
Elma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,245 | $2,355 |
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Cheapest Available Elma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stuart Place in the Wellington West neighborhood priced from $1,076. Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments in the Wellington West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elma apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Stuart Place | s.440 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Alpine Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
The Malt House Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Heritage Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA and Nearby
As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elma area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Elma apartment is the 2 bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes starting at $2,445 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Wellington West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elma 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 |
Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | 2 bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
Cambridge Court | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
Hearthstone | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
Stonebrook Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Tumwater Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom (Split Closets) | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
Breckenridge Apartments | Danbury | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Abalon Pointe | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
514 W Main St, Unit 1 | 514 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Suncrest | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Getting Around Elma, WA
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elma is at Alpine Village listed at $1,240.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elma Apartment is $1,076 at Stuart Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elma is starting from $1,450 at Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Montair at Somerset Hill and starts from $1,921.
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