Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA from $800 (37 Rentals)

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Woodsvilla Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woodsvilla Apartments

1015 Oakhurst DrElma, WA 98541
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919 N Harding Rd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

919 N Harding Rd

919 N Harding RdElma, WA 98541

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Overlander
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$1,675 - $1,905
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Overlander

1221 Mottman Rd SWTumwater, WA 98512
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308 W Market St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

308 W Market St.

308 W Market StAberdeen, WA 98520
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122 W 2nd St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

122 W 2nd St

122 W 2nd StAberdeen, WA 98520
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Market Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Market Flats

310 Capitol WayOlympia, WA 98501
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Capital Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capital Park

2900 Limited Ln NWOlympia, WA 98502

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Elma, WA Local Guide

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. Westwater Village in the Wellington West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,183. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elma apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stuart Places.4401BR,1BA$1,076
Westwater VillageThe DeschutesStudio,1BA$1,183
Boardwalk Senior Affordable ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$1,199
123-4thA9Studio,1BA$1,200
Heritage Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,205
Heather Meadows ApartmentsThe Coral2BR,1BA$1,250
Alpine VillageStandard StudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Suncrest1/11BR,1BA$1,250
Market FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Capitol House ApartmentsUnit #1231BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA and Nearby

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elma area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 919 N Harding Rd in the starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Elma apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large Model at Stonebrook Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,845 with a $1.93 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
919 N Harding Rd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.15
Stonebrook Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$1.93
WoodlandBirch1BR,1BA$1.93
Cambridge Court1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1.90
Heather Meadows ApartmentsThe Coral2BR,1BA$1.47
Crowne Pointe ApartmentsThe Shire2BR,1BA$1.77
North 13th StreetNorth 13th Street - 6162BR,1BA$1.81
Breckenridge HeightsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.88
Breckenridge ApartmentsDanbury1BR,1BA$1.91
Abalon Pointe1x11BR,1BA$1.92

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Elma, WA

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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 Westwater Village listed at $1,183.

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 $1,250 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 $1,599.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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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.