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Highlights

  • Laminate flooring
  • New cabinets
  • Granite counters
  • Newly remodeled apartment homes
  • Newer light fixtures
  • Laminate flooring throughout

Location

208 Legion Way Se, Olympia, WA 98501, USA|Downtown Olympia
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Management

The Rants Group | Residential Rentals

Leasing office

(360) 763-4441

Property Overview

Thompson Apartments has received a high Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1, showcasing its strong value, competitive pricing, and impressive amenities, which scored 9 out of 10. The property features newly remodeled homes with laminate flooring, granite counters, and modern fixtures, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, its prime location provides excellent access to various points of interest, contributing to an elevated living experience, while maintaining transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10.

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

9.1
Excellent
Thompson Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1-bedroom apartment in a pet-free building located in the heart of Downtown Olympia!1 bed1 bath455 sqft$1,400 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Thompson Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RangeRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Units8
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About Thompson Apartments

HomeApartments in OlympiaDowntown Olympia Thompson Apartments

Enjoy this perfect apartment located on the second floor above Drees Home Furnishings in downtown Olympia. The Thompson Apartments are newly remodeled apartment homes. The designer of these units is an Olympian favorite and the colors are fabulous. Each unit has been recently redone, including granite counters, a stainless drop sink, new cabinets, laminate flooring throughout, and newer light fixtures. There is no building elevator or parking (street or pay lot only), but there are coin-op washers and dryers in the building.


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
Thompson Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Thompson 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.
Thompson 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·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.
Thompson Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Thompson 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.
Thompson 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·9A 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.
Thompson Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
Thompson 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.

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 Thompson Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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 middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Downtown Olympia

1-bedroom apartments at Thompson Apartments cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Olympia.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Downtown Olympia
Olympia
A table of studio rental data trends in Olympia
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,220
May 2024$1,253
June 2024$1,295
July 2024$1,297
August 2024$1,266
September 2024$1,237
October 2024$1,281
November 2024$1,281
December 2024$1,284
January 2025$1,288
February 2025$1,285
March 2025$1,288
April 2025$1,275
May 2025$1,280
June 2025$1,256
July 2025$1,255
August 2025$1,294
September 2025$1,314
October 2025$1,292
November 2025$1,306
December 2025$1,299
January 2026$1,277
February 2026$1,271
March 2026$1,250
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Olympia
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,295
June 2024$1,295
July 2024$1,297
August 2024$1,300
September 2024$1,290
October 2024$1,299
November 2024$1,265
December 2024$1,266
January 2025$1,276
February 2025$1,278
March 2025$1,280
April 2025$1,275
May 2025$1,275
June 2025$1,275
July 2025$1,275
August 2025$1,281
September 2025$1,291
October 2025$1,282
November 2025$1,297
December 2025$1,284
January 2026$1,271
February 2026$1,239
March 2026$1,205

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Can I afford to live at 208 Legion Way Se?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near Thompson Apartments

Tumwater Virtual Academy

7299 new market st sw bldge e

tumwater, WA, 98501

K-12Public

Ignite Family Academy

411 6th ave ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-8Public

Summit VIrtual Academy

305 college st ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-12Public

Washington Connections Academy

111 tumwater blvd se

tumwater, WA, 98501

K-8Public
B-

Griffin School

6530 33rd ave nw

olympia, WA, 98502

PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Olympia near 208 Legion Way Se

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 208 Legion Way Se, Olympia

Groceries

9/10
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

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

10/10
Variety of bars right on the street

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