Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Westside Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $1,099 (15 Rentals)

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Timbers West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Timbers West

1714 Evergreen Park Ct SWOlympia, WA 98502
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The Elks Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Elks Apartments

609-613 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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Capitol Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Terrace

1517 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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Lakeridge Regency
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeridge Regency

2008 Evergreen Park Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Market Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Market Flats

310 Capitol WayOlympia, WA 98501
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The Lurana
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lurana

215 Columbia St NWOlympia, WA 98501

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South Westside, Olympia, WA Local Guide

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Getting Around the South Westside Neighborhood in Olympia, WA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Westside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Westside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Westside is under $1,436.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Westside?

The cheapest apartment in South Westside is Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in South Westside costs $3,120.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Westside?

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 3 regular apartments in South Westside 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 South Westside?

Cheap apartments in South Westside have an average cost of $139 which is $2,981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Westside.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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