Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rochester, WA from $900 (38 Rentals)

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Smyth
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$1,619 - $2,766
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Smyth

3425 Polo Club Ln SEOlympia, WA 98501
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Overlander
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$1,675 - $1,905
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Overlander

1221 Mottman Rd SWTumwater, WA 98512
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The Goat
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$1,742 - $2,472
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The Goat

3311 6th Ave SWOlympia, WA 98502
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Crossroads on Crosby
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Crossroads on Crosby

2121 Barnes Ct SWTumwater, WA 98512
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Rochester, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, WA is a Studio unit found at The Varsity West in the Washington's Addition neighborhood priced from $945. The Varsity in the Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Varsity WestStudio WestStudio,1BA$945
The VarsityStudioStudio,1BA$995
Westwater VillageThe DeschutesStudio,1BA$1,183
Heritage Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,205
Suncrest1/11BR,1BA$1,250
Alpine VillageStandard StudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Silver Leaf Residences - A 55+ CommunityStudioStudio,1BA$1,306
HearthstoneStudio CStudio,1BA$1,449
Kingswood VillageStudioStudio,$1,475
Rockwell Place ApartmentsStudio w/ DenStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, WA and Nearby

As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.86 price per square foot Conifer Model at Woodland in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,191. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Olympia Model at Copper Trail starting at $1,754 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Ridge at Suncrest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WoodlandConifer2BR,2BA$1.86
Copper TrailOlympia3BR,2BA$1.59
Woodbury Crossing Apartments and Townhomes2bed 2bath apartment2BR,2BA$2.11
Stonebrook Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bath Large2BR,1BA$1.93
Smyth2x12BR,1BA$2.08
Breckenridge HeightsBrittany2BR,1BA$1.70
Cambridge Court1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1.74
OverlanderPathfinder1BR,1BA$2.09
Breckenridge ApartmentsDanbury1BR,1BA$1.91
Abalon Pointe1x11BR,1BA$1.92

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rochester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rochester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rochester is at The Varsity West listed at $945.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochester Apartment is $1,250 at Suncrest.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is starting from $1,400 at Suncrest.

What is the most affordable Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Copper Trail and starts from $1,754.

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

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.