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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

1049 Eckerson Rd, 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 North earns a strong overall rating with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and convenience. It also offers helpful transparency with a detailed property description and 43 photos, plus nearby top-rated middle and high schools.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Varsity North is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Varsity North 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
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Medium Studio NorthStudio1 bath357+ sqft$1,199 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Varsity North

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

Units53
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About The Varsity North

HomeApartments in Centralia The Varsity North

Fully renovated in 2025, The Varsity North 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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Varsity North is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Varsity North 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 North
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.
The Varsity North 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.
The Varsity North 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 North 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 North 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 North 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 North 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 North is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 North compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Centralia

studio apartments at The Varsity North cost about 27% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Centralia.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Centralia
A table of studio rental data trends in Centralia
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$910
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$945

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,960 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,199.
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Schools near The Varsity North

Centralia School District Special Education Pre-School

2320 borst ave

centralia, WA, 98531

PKPublic

Fords Prairie Elementary School

1620 harrison ave

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C

Edison Elementary School

607 h st

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C+

Oakview Elementary School

201 oakview ave

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C

Washington Elementary School

800 field st

centralia, WA, 98531

K-6Public
C
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Getting around Centralia near 1049 Eckerson Rd

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

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

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1049 Eckerson Rd, Centralia

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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