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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 | $1,311 | $925 | $1,730 |
Elma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,516 | $1,099 | $2,219 |
Elma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,225 | $2,835 |
Elma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $1,600 | $3,010 |
Elma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,245 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Elma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elma, WA is a Studio unit found at 122 W 2nd St in the South Aberdeen neighborhood priced from $925. Stuart Place in the Wellington West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,076. 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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122 W 2nd St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Stuart Place | s.440 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
Heather Meadows Apartments | The Heather Glen | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Market Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
The Malt House Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA and Nearby
As of June 22, 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 3 BED 2 BATH APARTMENT Model at Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes starting at $2,295 with a $1.82 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 | 3 BED 2 BATH APARTMENT | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Hearthstone | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
Heather Meadows Apartments | The Heather Glen | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Woodland | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Cambridge Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Evergreen Rock Maple Apartments | Three Bedroom (EG) | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Abalon Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
514 W Main St, Unit 1 | 514 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
122 W 2nd St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
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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 122 W 2nd St listed at $925.
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 $1,195 at Heather Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Elma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Evergreen Rock Maple Apartments and starts from $1,810.
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