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Views on Fifth
410 5th AveOlympia, WA 98501
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110 Legion Way SEOlympia, WA 98501
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711 13th Ave SEOlympia, WA 98501
612 S Bay Rd NE
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2800 Limited Ln NWOlympia, WA 98502
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509 12th Ave SEOlympia, WA 98501
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Brentwood Apartments
514 11th AveOlympia, WA 98501
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5701 6th Ave SWOlympia, WA 98501
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1517 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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7602 SE 3rd AveOlympia, WA 98503
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2121 Evergreen Park Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502
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1900 Ashwood Downs Ln SEOlympia, WA 98501
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Timbers West
1714 Evergreen Park Ct SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Cunningham Building
323 4th Ave EOlympia, WA 98501
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The Elks Apartments
609-613 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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Evergreen Villages
505 Division St NWOlympia, WA 98502
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4101 Lacey Blvd SELacey, WA 98503
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Silverwood
1617 Judd St SELacey, WA 98503
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Golf Club Apartments
1130 Golf Club Rd SELacey, WA 98503
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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 | $1,535 | $899 | $2,009 |
| Cheap Olympia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,198 | $3,150 |
| Cheap Olympia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $1,399 | $4,990 |
| Cheap Olympia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $1,599 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Olympia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,536 | $1,905 | $3,190 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Olympia, WA
Pricing Updated: 01/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Olympia, WA area range in price from $899 to $4,990 with an overall median price of $2,389. The three Olympia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mapleview at $1,150, Newport at $1,150, and North East at $899. 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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| Mapleview | $1,905 | $1,150 | 41 |
| Newport | $1,905 | $1,150 | 28 |
| North East | $1,905 | $899 | 112 |
| North Olympia | $1,905 | $899 | 130 |
| Springwood | $1,905 | $1,150 | 28 |
| Woodard Glen | $1,905 | $1,150 | 36 |
| Upper Eastside | $1,925 | $899 | 121 |
| Eastside | $1,995 | $899 | 138 |
| Northwest Olympia | $2,061 | $899 | 127 |
| West Bay Drive | $2,061 | $899 | 127 |
Cheapest Available Olympia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Olympia, WA is a Studio unit found at Views on Fifth in the Wellington West neighborhood priced from $899. 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 Olympia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Views on Fifth | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Stuart Place | s.440 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
| Cedar Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Cunningham Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
| Brentwood Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olympia, WA
As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olympia area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage Model at Chambers Reserve Townhomes in the in the Avonlea neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Olympia apartment is the 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths Model at Forest Park Townhomes starting at $2,550 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Wellington West 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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| Chambers Reserve Townhomes | 3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage | 3BR,3BA | $1.57 |
| Forest Park Townhomes | 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Crowne Pointe Apartments | The Westminster | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Olympia Townhouses 325 Pattison | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Abbey Rowe Apartments | Tate | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Copper Leaf Residences | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Lansdale Pointe Apartments | The Ridgewood | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Firwood Grove Apartment LLC | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Woodland | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Forest Grove Apartments | Cascade | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
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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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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 $1,299.
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 $2,389.
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 484 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 $463 which is $1,926 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olympia.
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