Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Westside Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $1,000 (34 Rentals)

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Capitol Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Terrace

1517 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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Timbers West
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Timbers West

1714 Evergreen Park Ct SWOlympia, WA 98502
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The Elks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Elks Apartments

609-613 Capitol Way SOlympia, WA 98501
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Evergreen Villages
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Villages

505 Division St NWOlympia, WA 98502
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Fern Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fern Ridge

1309 Fern St SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Lakeridge Regency
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeridge Regency

2008 Evergreen Park Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Westman Mills
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westman Mills

510 State Ave NEOlympia, WA 98501
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8Hundred West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8Hundred West

800 Alta St SWOlympia, WA 98502
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The Madrone
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Madrone

120 Water St NWOlympia, WA 98501

South Westside, Olympia, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Westside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Westside area of Olympia, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Stuart Place priced from $1,076. Heritage Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable South Westside apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stuart Places.4401BR,1BA$1,076
Heritage Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Cunningham Building0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,190
Boardwalk Senior Affordable ApartmentsB22BR,1BA$1,250
123-4thA9Studio,1BA$1,275
Cedar Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,295
Views on Fifth0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
401 Union0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,400
Crowne Pointe ApartmentsThe Shire2BR,1BA$1,420
Capital Park1X11BR,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Westside, WA

As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Westside area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2.5 Baths Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the South Westside neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Westside apartment is the Large 2-Bed/2-Bath Ground Floor Model at 350 North Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the South Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Westside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes3 Beds / 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BA$1.64
350 North ApartmentsLarge 2-Bed/2-Bath Ground Floor2BR,2BA$1.81
Abalon Pointe2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.74
Black Lake ApartmentsPRITCHARD2BR,1BA$1.83
WoodlandAlder1BR,1BA$2.11
Olympic Heights2x1G Falcon Renovated2BR,1BA$2.10
Crowne Pointe ApartmentsThe Shire2BR,1BA$1.68
OverlanderPathfinder1BR,1BA$2.08
Breckenridge HeightsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.94
Cambridge Court1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1.98

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Westside, Olympia, WA

Ranked #15

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Olympia. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Westside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Westside is at Heritage Park Apartments listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Westside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Westside Apartment is $1,076 at Stuart Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Westside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Westside is starting from $1,250 at Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Westside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Westside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Black Lake Apartments and starts from $1,978.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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