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Highlights

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

Location

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

The Paragon Group, LLC

Leasing office

(509) 204-5702 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Ferns Apartments has received an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5, highlighting its strong value and amenities, which earned a perfect score of 10. The property features a quiet neighborhood with a full-size washer and dryer, off-street parking, and an outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, it scores highly for location, at 9 out of 10, due to its proximity to popular points of interest, and is recognized for being pet-friendly, with multiple nearby services and a suitable environment for pet owners.

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, The Ferns Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bed / 1 Bath - Renovated Cottage1 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,225 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Ferns in College Place, WA. Our newly renovated cottage-style units feature a single-story layout, new flooring throughout, new carpeting in the bedroom, freshly painted cabinets, and new countertops and stove. Enjoy the convenience of an in-unit, full size washer and dryer as well as the added bonus of a community pool. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this charming cottage your new home sweet home. Tenant pays $95 per month for sewer, water, and garbage. Tenant also pays for electricity directly to the city. Pets are welcome upon approval, there is a $300 pet fee. 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 Contact The Paragon Group at 509.943.0400 to schedule a showing.

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Amenities for The Ferns Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove/Oven
Washer and Dryer

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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units44
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About The Ferns Apartments

HomeApartments in College Place The Ferns Apartments

The Ferns is 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, The Ferns Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The 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 The 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.
The 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.
The 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.
The 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 The 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.

The 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 The Ferns Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in College Place

1-bedroom apartments at The Ferns Apartments cost about 24% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in College Place.

Median rents as of Jun 28 2025.
College Place
A table of studio rental data trends in College Place
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$967
December 2023$988
January 2024$973
August 2024$970
September 2024$925
October 2024$935
June 2025$925

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,225.
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Schools near The Ferns Apartments

Davis Elementary School

31 se ash st

college place, WA, 99324

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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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