
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Olympia, WA from $600 (26 Rentals)
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Olympia, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olympia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Olympia Studio Apartments | $1,322 | $1,100 | $1,824 |
Cheap Olympia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,099 | $2,209 |
Cheap Olympia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $1,356 | $2,835 |
Cheap Olympia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $1,646 | $3,010 |
Cheap Olympia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,914 | $3,190 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Olympia, WA
Pricing Updated: 06/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Olympia, WA area range in price from $1,099 to $4,807 with an overall median price of $2,316. The three Olympia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown at $1,099, Bigelow at $1,099, and Bigelow Highlands at $1,099. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Olympia Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown | $1,470 | $1,099 | 54 |
Bigelow | $1,487 | $1,099 | 49 |
Bigelow Highlands | $1,487 | $1,099 | 49 |
Downtown Olympia | $1,487 | $1,099 | 49 |
Burbank | $1,895 | $1,099 | 77 |
East Bay Drive | $1,914 | $1,099 | 65 |
North East | $1,914 | $1,099 | 66 |
Upper Eastside | $1,914 | $1,099 | 71 |
Newport | $1,935 | $1,425 | 17 |
Springwood | $1,935 | $1,425 | 17 |
Cheapest Available Olympia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Olympia, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stuart Place in the Wellington West neighborhood priced from $1,076. Heritage Park Apartments in the Wellington West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Olympia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Stuart Place | s.440 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
Heritage Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
Market Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
The Timbers Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,215 |
Capitol Club Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
The Malt House Apartment Homes | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Alpine Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
Westman Mills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
123-4th | A9 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
The Lurana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olympia, WA
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olympia area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 Story Townhouse Model at Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,760. The second greatest value Olympia apartment is the 3x3 Small Model at Chambers Reserve Townhomes starting at $2,695 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Avonlea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olympia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs | 3 Story Townhouse | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.46 |
Chambers Reserve Townhomes | 3x3 Small | 3BR,3BA | $1.69 |
Forest Park Townhomes | 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
Copper Leaf Residences | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
Hawks Prairie | Chehalis | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
Lansdale Pointe | The Ridgewood (3x2) | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Firwood Manor | Traditional Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Firwood Grove Apartment LLC | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
Abalon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Northwood | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Olympia Overview
Olympia is the capital city and the largest town in Washington. With many local attractions and safe communities, many people find the city an ideal place to live. Many government agencies located within the city also offer residents an easy way to professional employment.
Why live in Olympia, WA?
Unlike other cities, Washington’s capital is a vibrant economy with a low population, especially for first-time residents. Despite the heavy presence of industries towards the north, it is a clean, mid-sized capital city with abundant recreational facilities. The Washington’s coasts are within a day’s drive with excellent services and amenities. It is an attractive capital city with a well-kept appearance featuring waterfronts and neighborhoods. The population within Olympia is educated and very friendly. Although finding employment is a bit challenging, current projections and trends are still promising.
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Getting Around Olympia, WA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olympia Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Olympia?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olympia is under $1,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olympia?
The cheapest apartment in Olympia is Stuart Place which is listed at $1,076, while the average apartment in Olympia costs $2,316.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olympia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 309 regular apartments in Olympia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Olympia?
Cheap apartments in Olympia have an average cost of $491 which is $1,825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olympia.
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