Cheap Homes for Rent in South Westside Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $1,600 (5 Rentals)

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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
Market FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Westside, WA

As of May 30, 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 Traditional Model Model at Firwood Manor starting at $1,395 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Wellington West 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
Firwood ManorTraditional Model2BR,1BA$1.41
Little Tuscany Apartments & TownhomesBella A2BR,2BA$2.00
Abalon Pointe Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.74
WoodlandBirch1BR,1BA$1.92
The GoatC12BR,2BA$2.27
OverlanderPathfinder1BR,1BA$2.05
Breckenridge HeightsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.94
Cambridge Court1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1.76
Capitol Crossing1x11BR,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Westside

What type of rentals are currently available in South Westside?

There are currently 104 Apartments for Rent in South Westside, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,099 to $3,120. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Westside ranging from $1,650 to $2,650.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Westside ranges from $1,650 to $2,650 with an average monthly rent of $2,192.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Westside range from $1,595 to $3,010, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $2,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,120.

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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