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  • Pet Friendly

Location

513 E 16th St, Vancouver, WA 98663, USA|Esther Short
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Management

Affinity Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 243-9479 ext. 9200

Open today 

9:00 am–4:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Midtown Apartments offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 8.8/10 and top marks for price and amenities, indicating a competitive rent and an impressive standard of living. Its 9/10 location score reflects convenient access to shopping, schools—including a nearby top-rated high school—and other daily needs. With solid transparency (7/10 trustworthiness), extensive photos, and strong pet-friendly surroundings, this property stands out as a well-rounded choice for many renters.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Midtown Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Midtown 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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom1 bed1 bath432 sqft$1,380 /mo1 unit available
Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath618 sqft$1,463–$1,493 /mo5 units available

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Amenities for Midtown Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanFireplace
Granite CountertopsHigh Ceilings
Modern Kitchen CabinetryVaulted Ceiling
Vinyl Plank Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel AppliancesWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Other

Online Payments
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

Application Fee

One-time. Application Fee is Per Applicant 18 years or older.

$37

REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time. Move In Adminstration Fee.

$200

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

$500

Electric

Monthly. Electric.

Usage Based

Sewer

Monthly. Sewer.

Usage Based

Trash

Monthly. Trash.

Usage Based

Water

Monthly. Water.

Usage Based

Utility Billing

Monthly.

$55–$65

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Two pets are allowed per apartment home. We collect a pet deposit of $300 per pet. Monthly pet rent is $40 per pet. | Restrictions: None.

$40

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $300.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Two pets are allowed per apartment home. Breed restrictions do apply. We collect a pet deposit of $300 per pet. Monthly pet rent is $40 per pet. | Restrictions: Breed restrictions include Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Chow, Staffordshire Terrier, or any mix that includes any of these breeds.

$40

Pet Deposit

Refundable: $300.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$300

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

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About Midtown Apartments

HomeApartments in VancouverEsther Short Midtown Apartments

Hidden away near Mill Plain and I-5, but settled in beautiful downtown Vancouver you will find Midtown. Located within a short distance from the library, colleges and minutes away from shopping, restaurants, parks, transit and more!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Midtown Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Midtown 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 Midtown Apartments
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.
Midtown Apartments 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·10A 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.
Midtown Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Midtown 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 Midtown 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·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.
Midtown Apartments 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.

Midtown Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet supply stores 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 Midtown Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle 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 Esther Short

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% higher than 1-bedrooms in Esther Short.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Midtown Apartments to be 30% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Esther Short.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Esther Short
Vancouver
A table of studio rental data trends in Vancouver
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,352
June 2024$1,268
July 2024$1,284
August 2024$1,251
September 2024$1,244
October 2024$1,272
November 2024$1,342
December 2024$1,342
January 2025$1,359
February 2025$1,355
March 2025$1,352
April 2025$1,342
May 2025$1,343
June 2025$1,279
July 2025$1,283
August 2025$1,359
September 2025$1,390
October 2025$1,370
November 2025$1,366
December 2025$1,370
January 2026$1,385
February 2026$1,380
March 2026$1,298
April 2026$1,290
A table of studio rental data trends in Esther Short
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,287
June 2024$1,153
July 2024$1,073
August 2024$1,052
September 2024$1,098
October 2024$1,175
November 2024$1,414
December 2024$1,397
January 2025$1,476
February 2025$1,430
March 2025$1,409
April 2025$1,198
May 2025$1,163
June 2025$1,134
July 2025$1,142
August 2025$1,139
September 2025$1,112
October 2025$999
November 2025$1,016
December 2025$1,253
January 2026$1,243
February 2026$1,222
March 2026$1,174
April 2026$1,215

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 513 E 16th St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,380.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Midtown Apartments

Hough Elementary School

1900 daniels st

vancouver, WA, 98660

K-5Public
B-

Washington State School for the Deaf

611 grand blvd

vancouver, WA, 98661

PK, K-12Public

Jim Tangeman Center

3200 e 18th st

vancouver, WA, 98661

K-12Public

Vancouver Virtual Learning Academy

6450 macarthur blvd

vancouver, WA, 98661

3-12Public

Vancouver Home Connection

6450 macarthur blvd

vancouver, WA, 98661

K-12Public
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Getting around Vancouver near 513 E 16th St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 513 E 16th St, Vancouver

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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