Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Olympia Neighborhood of Olympia, WA from $408 (91 Rentals)

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Smyth
$1,718 - $2,766
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Smyth

3425 Polo Club Ln SEOlympia, WA 98501
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The Goat
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$1,792 - $2,472
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The Goat

3311 6th Ave SWOlympia, WA 98502
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

719 Division St NW, Unit #4

719 Division St NW
OlympiaWA98502

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Coach Post LLC
2 Bedroom Apartments

Coach Post LLC

3633 7th Ave SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Capitol Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capitol Terrace

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

Timbers West

1714 Evergreen Park Ct SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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West Olympia, Olympia, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Olympia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Olympia area of Olympia, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Coach Post LLC priced from $850. Copper Trail has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $918. Here are the most affordable West Olympia apartments for rent in Olympia, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Coach Post LLCRV Space2BR,1BA$850
Copper TrailRainier2BR,1BA$918
Stuart Places.4401BR,1BA$1,076
Brentwood 509 Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Lawton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
Cunningham Building0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,130
101 FirstStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Annie's Studio's0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,190
Alpine VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Dawcrest Apartments1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Olympia, WA

As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Olympia area is the $1.80 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the South Westside neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value West Olympia apartment is the Spruce A Model at Copper Trail starting at $1,514 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Ridge at Suncrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Olympia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.80
Copper TrailSpruce A2BR,1BA$1.62
WoodlandBirch1BR,1BA$1.85
Lansdale Pointe ApartmentsThe Meadow2BR,2BA$1.79
Cambridge Court1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1.75
Crowne Pointe ApartmentsThe Shire2BR,1BA$1.77
Breckenridge HeightsWindsor1BR,1BA$1.88
Abalon Pointe1x11BR,1BA$1.64
Dawcrest Apartments1BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.71
Coach Post LLCRV Space2BR,1BA$1.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Olympia. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Olympia Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Olympia?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Olympia is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Olympia?

The cheapest apartment in West Olympia is Stuart Place which is listed at $1,076, while the average apartment in West Olympia costs $1,697.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Olympia?

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 21 regular apartments in West Olympia 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 West Olympia?

Cheap apartments in West Olympia have an average cost of $583 which is $1,114 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Olympia.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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