Rockwell Place Apartments
1517 Bishop Rd SW,
Tumwater, WA 98512
$1,395 - $2,355 | Studio - 4 Beds
South Olympia refers to a sprawling region that stretches from Downtown Olympia to Offutt Lake. South Olympia includes an array of communities, including parts of Tumwater, South Union, East Olympia, and Lacy.
Apartments in this general area are convenient to major roadways like I-5 and Old Highway 99 Southeast, affording many residents straightforward commutes. South Olympia contains the expansive Millersylvania State Park, where opportunities for outdoor recreation abound. This area is also proximate to the popular Tumwater Falls Park, another well-regarded destination for outdoor activities.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in South Olympia is $1,341 for a studio, $1,609 for one bedroom, $1,862 for two bedrooms, and $2,218 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Olympia has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Studio
449 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,341/month
Average Rent
1 BR
717 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,609/month
Average Rent
2 BR
971 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,862/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,257 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,218/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.