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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

702 Harrison Ave, Centralia, WA 98531, USA
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Management

COAST Real Estates Services

Leasing office

(360) 991-1134

Open today 

10:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

The Varsity South earns a strong overall rating, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It also offers nearby access to top-rated middle and high schools and is a good fit for pet owners, with a dog park, pet grooming, and pet supply stores close by.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Varsity South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Varsity South 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Studio SouthStudio1 bath308 sqft$995–$1,225 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Varsity South

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Assigned ParkingSwimming Pool

Neighborhood

Hiking and Biking Trail Nearby
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Cat Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$200

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Dog

Dog Deposit

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Dog Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$200

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

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Building details

Property details

Units52
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About The Varsity South

HomeApartments in Centralia The Varsity South

Fully renovated in 2025, The Varsity South is located in Centralia WA, near Centralia Outlets and within a 5-minute drive of Centralia College and NW Sports Hub. Make yourself at home in one of these beautiful studio apartments today!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Varsity South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Varsity South 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 The Varsity South
Price·10A 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.
The Varsity South offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
The Varsity South goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Varsity South 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.
The Varsity South 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 The Varsity South does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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 Varsity South provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Varsity South is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 The Varsity South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Centralia

studio apartments at The Varsity South cost about 1% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Centralia.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Centralia
A table of studio rental data trends in Centralia
MonthMedian Rent
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
May 2026$987
June 2026$930
July 2026$995
August 2026$1,117
September 2026$1,005

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Can I afford to live at 702 Harrison Ave?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near The Varsity South

Centralia School District Special Education Pre-School

2320 borst ave

centralia, WA, 98531

PKPublic

Edison Elementary School

607 h st

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C+

Fords Prairie Elementary School

1620 harrison ave

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C

Jefferson Lincoln Elementary School

400 west summa

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C-

Oakview Elementary School

201 oakview ave

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C
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Getting around Centralia near 702 Harrison Ave

Walking

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

Driving

10/10
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 702 Harrison Ave, Centralia

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 702 Harrison Ave

Good Health Nutrition Ctr
503 Harrison Ave
FNS Food Service Group LLC
103 W High St
Safeway
1129 Harrison Ave
WinCo Foods
1005 S Yew St
Apex II Food
402 W Main St

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