
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA from $800 (33 Rentals)
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919 N Harding Rd

Stuart Place

Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments

Westwater Village

123-4th

Heritage Park Apartments

Alpine Village
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Heather Meadows Apartments

Market Flats

Suncrest

Crowne Pointe Apartments

Capitol House Apartments

Kingswood Village

Rockwell Place Apartments

Evergreen Rock Maple Apartments
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Hearthstone

Views on Fifth

Cambridge Court

Breckenridge Heights

Black Lake Apartments

Woodland

Breckenridge Apartments

Montair at Somerset Hill
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308 W Market St.

122 W 2nd St

808 US-101

913 E Market St

2633 Wilderness Dr SE

Capital Park

256 Chenault Ave

522 W Cushing St
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715 Adams St SE
Elma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elma Studio Apartments | $1,521 | $1,205 | $2,500 |
| Elma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $1,250 | $2,850 |
| Elma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $1,250 | $3,950 |
| Elma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,700 | $3,035 |
| 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 $1,153. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Place | 1.645 | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
| Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 123-4th | A5 | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| Westwater Village | The Deschutes | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| Alpine Village | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heather Meadows Apartments | The Coral | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Market Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Capitol House Apartments | Unit #214 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Kingswood Village | Studio | Studio, | $1,395 |
| Evergreen Rock Maple Apartments | Two Bedroom (EG) | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elma, WA and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elma area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Elma apartment is the 2bed 2bath Townhome Model at Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes starting at $2,195 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | 2bed 2bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| 350 North Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath North with Storage Unit | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Cambridge Court | 2 Bed 2 Bath B | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Westbury | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Stonebrook Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Heather Meadows Apartments | The Coral | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Suncrest | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Capitol House Apartments | Unit #123 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Stuart Place | 1.621 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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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 123-4th listed at $1,205.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elma Apartment is $1,153 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 Rockwell Place Apartments and starts from $1,995.
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