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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Full-size washer and dryer
  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Onsite laundry facilities

Location

221 Ne Birch Ave, College Place, WA 99324, USA
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Management

The Paragon Group, LLC

Leasing office

(509) 204-5193 ext. 2

Property Overview

Ferns Apartments earns strong marks overall, with a high expert rating, excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. It offers full-size washer and dryer access, off-street parking, an outdoor swimming pool, and on-site laundry in a quiet neighborhood, while also standing out for its value per square foot and nearby pet-related services.

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, Ferns Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ferns Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Pool

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment - Classic2 bed1 bath749 sqft$1,275 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Ferns Apartments in College Place, WA. Located either on the first or second floor of a two story building, our 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units offer a spacious and comfortable living space. Enjoy the convenience of onsite laundry facilities and the added bonus of a community pool. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this quiet apartment your new home sweet home. Tenant pays $125/mo for sewer, water, and garbage. Tenant pays for electricity directly to the city. Pets are welcome upon approval, there is a $300 pet fee. Pet rent is $25/mo per dog and $15.00/mo per cat. Photos may be of a similar unit. Requirements: • 650+ Credit Score • Verifiable Income 3x Monthly Rent • Background and Credit Check • No Active Bankruptcies or Evictions • All Residents 18+ Must Apply

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Amenities for Ferns Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Community PoolOff-Street Parking
Swimming Pool

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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units44

About Ferns Apartments

HomeApartments in College Place Ferns Apartments

Ferns Apartments are located in a quiet neighborhood in College Place, WA nearby Walla Walla University. Comprised of 44 units split between two-story buildings and single-story cottages, some units have been newly renovated for your comfort. The property provides off-street parking, an outdoor swimming pool, and on-site laundry facilities, with some units including a full-size washer and dryer in-unit. Make the move to this charming community.


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, Ferns Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ferns Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Ferns Apartments
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.
Ferns Apartments 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·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.
Ferns 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.
Ferns 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 Ferns 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·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Ferns Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Ferns Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 52 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Pool
Enhanced community features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.4 miles away

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Rent trends in College Place

2-bedroom apartments at Ferns Apartments cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in College Place.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
College Place
A table of studio rental data trends in College Place
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$925
April 2026$2,400
May 2026$1,950
June 2026$1,934
July 2026$1,875
August 2026$1,072
September 2026$838
October 2026$822

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,275.
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Schools near Ferns Apartments

Davis Elementary School

31 se ash st

college place, WA, 99324

PK, K-5Public
B-

Walla Walla Center for Children & Families

1150 w chestnut st

walla walla, WA, 99362

PK, KPublic

Walla Walla Online

1917 e isaacs ave

walla walla, WA, 99362

K-12Public

Gib Olinger Elementary School

1011 s mill st

milton-freewater, OR, 97862

K-3Public
C-

Dixie Elementary School

10520 e hwy 12

dixie, WA, 99329

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around College Place near 221 Ne Birch Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 221 Ne Birch Ave, College Place

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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