Cheap Homes for Rent in South Olympia Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $1,400 (12 Rentals)

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property at 4811 Rural Rd SW

$1,470 - $1,770

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4811 Rural Rd SW

TumwaterWA98512
property at 1609 7th Ave SE

$1,547

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$1,547

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1609 7th Ave SE, Unit B

1609 7th Ave SE
OlympiaWA98501
property at 6317 Barstow Ln SE

$1,590

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2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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6317 Barstow Ln SE, Unit 8

6317 Barstow Ln SE
LaceyWA98513

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South Olympia, Olympia, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Olympia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Olympia area of Olympia, WA is a Studio unit found at The Cunningham Apartments priced from $1,025. Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable South Olympia apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Cunningham Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,025
Boardwalk Senior Affordable ApartmentsA41BR,1BA$1,099
Brentwood 509 Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Stuart Place1.6451BR,1BA$1,153
Westwater VillageThe DeschutesStudio,1BA$1,187

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Olympia, WA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Olympia area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value South Olympia apartment is the 3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage Model at Chambers Reserve Townhomes starting at $2,545 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Avonlea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Olympia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.67
Chambers Reserve Townhomes3 Bd / 3 Ba + 1-Car Garage3BR,3BA$1.60
Copper Leaf Residences1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.68
Breckenridge ApartmentsWestbury2BR,2BA$1.67
Breckenridge HeightsCoventry2BR,2BA$1.50
Firwood Grove2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.69
Lansdale Pointe ApartmentsThe Meadow2BR,2BA$1.63
Forest Grove ApartmentsCascade2BR,2BA$1.67
Copper TrailRainier2BR,1BA$1.74
Dawcrest Apartments1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.71

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Olympia

What type of rentals are currently available in South Olympia?

There are currently 263 Apartments for Rent in South Olympia, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $5,150. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Olympia ranging from $1,470 to $3,975.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Olympia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Olympia ranges from $1,470 to $3,975 with an average monthly rent of $2,409.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Olympia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Olympia range from $1,700 to $3,035, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,125. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,011.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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