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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Non-smoking community
  • Wonderful views
  • Innovatively designed apartment homes
  • Luxurious spaces

Location

555 W 8th St, Vancouver, WA 98660, USA|Esther Short
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Management

Key Property Services, Inc.

Leasing office

(360) 737-2609

Property Overview

Esther Short Commons offers a strong overall renter experience with an 8.3 expert rating, standout scores for price, amenities, and location, and a generally trustworthy listing. It also features non-smoking living, wonderful views, and innovatively designed, luxurious apartment homes, while nearby pet services, a nearby top-rated high school, and a solid value per square foot add to its appeal.

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, Esther Short Commons (ESC) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath544+ sqft$1,335 /mo4 units availableWelcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community in the heart of downtown Vancouver! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed ~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today!
2x12 bed1 bath774+ sqft$1,630 /mo4 units availableWelcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today!
2x1-Market2 bed1 bath774+ sqft$1,630 /mo3 units availableWelcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today!
2X1 HOME 50%2 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,630 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today to join our waitlist!

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Amenities for Esther Short Commons (ESC)

Apartment Amenities

Amazing ViewsDryer

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stackable Washer and Dryer IncludedStove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Water/Sewer

Services

Garbage & Recycling

Neighborhood

Great Location

Other

Water, Sewer, & Garbage
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units160
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About Esther Short Commons (ESC)

HomeApartments in VancouverEsther Short Esther Short Commons (ESC)

Welcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us 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, Esther Short Commons (ESC) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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 Esther Short Commons (ESC)
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.
Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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.
Esther Short Commons (ESC) goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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.
Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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 Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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.
Esther Short Commons (ESC) 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.

Esther Short Commons (ESC) is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 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 Esther Short Commons (ESC) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 236 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Esther Short

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Esther Short.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Esther Short Commons (ESC) to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Esther Short.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Esther Short
Vancouver
A table of studio rental data trends in Vancouver
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,225
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$1,280
May 2026$1,271
June 2026$1,335
A table of studio rental data trends in Esther Short
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,073
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$1,192
May 2026$1,164
June 2026$1,250

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$53,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,335.
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Schools near Esther Short Commons (ESC)

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 555 W 8th St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 555 W 8th St, Vancouver

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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