Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Eastside Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $800 (24 Rentals)

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Ashwood Downs Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashwood Downs Apartments

1900 Ashwood Downs Ln SEOlympia, WA 98501
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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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Mulberry Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mulberry Place

501 Franz Anderson Rd SEOlympia, WA 98501
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Lakeridge Regency
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeridge Regency

2008 Evergreen Park Dr SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Upper Eastside, Olympia, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Eastside area of Olympia, WA is a Studio unit found at Views on Fifth priced from $899. Stuart Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,076. Here are the most affordable Upper Eastside apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Views on Fifth0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$899
Stuart Places.4401BR,1BA$1,076
Cedar Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Heritage Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,155
Cunningham Building0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Eastside, WA

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Eastside area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Olympia Townhouses 325 Pattison in the in the Lexington neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Upper Eastside apartment is the The Ridgewood Model at Lansdale Pointe Apartments starting at $1,711 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Lexington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Olympia Townhouses 325 Pattison2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Lansdale Pointe ApartmentsThe Ridgewood3BR,2BA$1.70
Landis Pointe2X22BR,2BA$1.89
TribecaUnit B2BR,1BA$1.81
Trailside340 2X1 T2BR,1BA$1.97
OverlanderPathfinder1BR,1BA$1.99
Merritt ManorTwo Bedroom, One Bath - 2x12BR,1BA$2.14
Abbey Lane1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.07
Ensign I & II902 1X1 Reno1BR,1BA$2.17
Brentwood Apartmentsone bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Olympia. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Eastside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Upper Eastside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Upper Eastside is under $1,325.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Upper Eastside?

The cheapest apartment in Upper Eastside is Stuart Place which is listed at $1,076, while the average apartment in Upper Eastside costs $1,920.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Eastside?

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 17 regular apartments in Upper Eastside 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 Upper Eastside?

Cheap apartments in Upper Eastside have an average cost of $656 which is $1,264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Upper Eastside.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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