
Apartments for Rent in the South Westside Neighborhood of Olympia, WA (145 Rentals)


Market Flats

Brentwood Apartments

Woodland

Total Monthly Price
The Goat

YAUGER PARK

Westwater Village

Dawcrest Apartments

The Easterly Apartment Homes

Views on Fifth
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Stuart Place

Sherwood Glen

Black Lake Apartments

Butler Cove

Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments

Cooper Point Village - 55+ Community

Olympic Heights

Capitol House Apartments

Affinity at Olympia 55+
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123-4th

Crowne Pointe Apartments

Abalon Pointe

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Little Tuscany Apartments & Townhomes

Capitol Steps

Cambridge Court

Capitol Crossing

Heritage Park Apartments

515 Foote St SW

719 Division St NW, Unit #4
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1058 Central St SE

2400 20th Ave NW

5422 Washington St SE

605 1/2 Capitol Way S

605 1/2 Capitol Way S

5406 Washington St SE

7817 Verona Loop

7829 Verona Loop

1709 Cushing St SW

605 1/2 Capitol Way S
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516-530 13th Ave SE

127 Plymouth St NW

412-414 Sherman St NW

2120 Coleman Ave NW

1222 9th Ave SE

2016 Porta Ct NW

2027 Porta Ct NW

2003 Porta Ct NW

Breckenridge Heights

Breckenridge Apartments
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South Westside, Olympia, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Westside Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $1,200 | $2,789 |
| South Westside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,611 | $1,100 | $3,150 |
| South Westside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $1,300 | $5,150 |
| South Westside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,724 | $3,035 |
| South Westside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,499 | $2,499 | $2,499 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Westside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,230 | $1,995 | $2,675 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,768 | $2,399 | $3,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,193 | $3,125 | $3,265 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Westside, Olympia, WA
Ranked #15
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Olympia, WA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Olympia, South Westside is amongst the finest submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and outdoor amenities? this residential area is a highly-rated neighborhood for its the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Westside
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Westside area of Olympia, WA?
As of today, August 22, 2026, there are currently 145 available South Westside apartments priced from $1,100 to $5,150, with an average monthly rent of $1,662.
How much are Studio apartments in South Westside?
There are currently 52 Studio Apartments in South Westside with rent ranges from $1,200 to $2,789 with an average price of $1,406.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Westside Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Westside ranges from $1,100 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,611.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Westside cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Westside range from $1,300 to $5,150. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,058.
How expensive are South Westside Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Westside on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,724 to $3,035 - averaging $2,369 for the location.
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