2103 Karen Frazier Rd SE
OlympiaWA98501
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702 4th Ave E
OlympiaWA98506
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OlympiaWA98501
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4811 Rural Rd SW
TumwaterWA98512
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5307 Rehklau Rd SE
OlympiaWA98513
1609 7th Ave SE, Unit B
1609 7th Ave SE
OlympiaWA98501
7415 Fairview Rd
OlympiaWA98512
660 Malibu Dr SE
OlympiaWA98503
125 Decatur St NW
OlympiaWA98502
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Tumwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tumwater 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,304 | $1,800 | $3,500 |
| Tumwater 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,676 | $2,200 | $3,295 |
| Tumwater 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,066 | $2,800 | $3,975 |
| Tumwater 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,161 | $3,100 | $3,275 |
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Cheapest Available Tumwater Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Tumwater, WA is a Studio unit found at Cunningham Building in the South Westside neighborhood priced from $1,025. Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments in the Wellington West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tumwater apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cunningham Building | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Boardwalk Senior Affordable Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Brentwood 509 Apartments | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tumwater, WA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tumwater area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs in the in the Wellington West neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Tumwater apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Forest Park Townhomes starting at $2,700 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Wellington West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tumwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Executive Townhomes at Briggs | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.67 |
| Forest Park Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
| Copper Leaf Residences | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Westbury | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Copper Trail | Rainier | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Cambridge Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Crowne Pointe Apartments | The Shire | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Breckenridge Heights | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Dawcrest Apartments | 1BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Stuart Place | 1.621 | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Tumwater?
There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in Tumwater, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $5,150. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tumwater ranging from $900 to $3,975.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tumwater?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tumwater ranges from $900 to $3,975 with an average monthly rent of $2,354.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tumwater?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tumwater range from $1,700 to $3,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,245.
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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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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.
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.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.