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401 N Ash St, Centralia, WA 98531, USA
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Management

Twin Peak Apartments

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(360) 890-5276

Property Overview

Montclair Apartments earns a strong overall expert rating of 8.3/10, with excellent 9/10 scores for price, amenities, and location, reflecting great value, an impressive amenity package, and convenient access to key destinations. Renters benefit from a detailed and transparent listing (8/10 trustworthiness), numerous photos for a clear preview, a highly rated elementary school within easy walking distance, and reasonable proximity to public transportation.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Montclair Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montclair Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2 Bed/ 1 Bath2 bed1 bath715 sqft$1,625 /mo1 unit availableThis newly updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit offers comfortable living with modern finishes throughout. The interior features new LVP flooring, fresh paint, and an in-unit washer and dryer for added convenience. The layout provides a functional living space with a clean, updated feel. Monthly Rent: Rent: $1,625 W/S/G: $100 Renter's insurance required Move-In Costs: Security Deposit: $500 (due at move-in) Application/Admin Fee: $15 + cost of background and credit screening No first or last month's rent required. Rent will be prorated based on your move-in date. The property is part of a well-maintained fourplex-style community, offering a quieter, more private setting than larger apartment complexes. Residents also enjoy a large shared grass common area and private locking mailboxes.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath715 sqft$1,625 /mo1 unit availableUpdated 2BR Unit in Prime Centralia Location This newly updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit offers comfortable living with modern finishes throughout. The interior features new LVP flooring, fresh paint, and an in-unit washer and dryer for added convenience. The layout provides a functional living space with a clean, updated feel. Monthly Rent: • Rent: $1,625 • W/S/G: $100 • Renter’s insurance required Move-In Costs: • Security Deposit: $500 (due at move-in) • Application/Admin Fee: $15 + cost of background and credit screening No first or last month’s rent required. Rent will be prorated based on your move-in date. The property is part of a well-maintained fourplex-style community, offering a quieter, more private setting than larger apartment complexes. Residents also enjoy a large shared grass common area and private locking mailboxes.

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Amenities for Montclair Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
OvenRefrigerator
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Utilities Monthly Fee

Monthly.

$100

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About Montclair Apartments

HomeApartments in Centralia Montclair Apartments

This well-kept fourplex-style community offers a more private and relaxed living experience than traditional apartment complexes. With multiple smaller buildings, open green space, and a consistently maintained setting, the property provides a comfortable and inviting place to live, all in a central Centralia location with easy access to town and I-5.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Montclair Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montclair Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Montclair Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Montclair Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Montclair Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Montclair Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Montclair Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Montclair Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Montclair Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Centralia

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Montclair Apartments to be 8% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Centralia.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Centralia
A table of studio rental data trends in Centralia
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$903
September 2024$950
October 2024$895
November 2024$895
December 2024$860
January 2025$825
February 2025$848
March 2025$892
April 2025$900
May 2025$866
June 2025$811
July 2025$795
August 2025$709
September 2025$804
October 2025$960
November 2025$971
December 2025$1,005
January 2026$973
February 2026$989
March 2026$945
April 2026$965

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near Montclair Apartments

Edison Elementary School

607 h st

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C+

Centralia School District Special Education Pre-School

2320 borst ave

centralia, WA, 98531

PKPublic

Jefferson Lincoln Elementary School

400 west summa

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C-

Fords Prairie Elementary School

1620 harrison ave

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C

Washington Elementary School

800 field st

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Centralia near 401 N Ash St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 401 N Ash St, Centralia

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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