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Highlights

  • Washer & dryer
  • Wifi internet
  • Shared laundry room
  • No smoking
  • Kitchen storage

Location

1616 Capitol Way S #2, Olympia, WA 98501, USA|South Capitol
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Management

Olympic Rentals / RE/MAX Professionals

Leasing office

(844) 243-9393 ext. 2767

Property Overview

1616 Capitol Way S earns a strong overall rating of 8.7, with especially high marks for amenities, price, and location. Notable features include a washer and dryer, WiFi internet, a shared laundry room, no smoking, and kitchen storage, while the nearby top-rated elementary school adds another convenient point of interest.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 1616 Capitol Way S is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1616 Capitol Way S 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
  • Balcony
  • Extra storage

Floor plans

Olympia, WA - Fourplex - $1,695.00 Available October 20261 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableThis 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom apartment, built in 1902, is located in the beautiful Olympia historic district! Plenty of kitchen storage and includes appliances such as refrigerator & gas range. Washer & dryer included and located in the shared laundry room downstairs with shared storage. Assigned parking spot right outside. Water/sewer/garbage & WIFI internet INCLUDED. No smoking. No pets. City of Olympia.

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Amenities for 1616 Capitol Way S

Apartment Amenities

DeckPatio
Window Coverings

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorStove/Oven

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStorage

Neighborhood

Near Public TransportationThurston County
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Year built1902
Units1

About 1616 Capitol Way S

HomeApartments in OlympiaSouth Capitol 1616 Capitol Way S

This 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom apartment, built in 1902, is located in the beautiful Olympia historic district! Plenty of kitchen storage and includes appliances such as refrigerator & gas range. Washer & dryer included and located in the shared laundry room downstairs with shared storage. Assigned parking spot right outside. Water/sewer/garbage & WIFI internet INCLUDED. No smoking. No pets. City of Olympia.


Year Built: 1902

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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, 1616 Capitol Way S is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1616 Capitol Way S 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 1616 Capitol Way S
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.
1616 Capitol Way S 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.
1616 Capitol Way S 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—in-unit laundry—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.
1616 Capitol Way S 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1616 Capitol Way S to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

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 1616 Capitol Way S compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Extra storage
In-unit features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.6 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.0 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in South Capitol

1-bedroom apartments at 1616 Capitol Way S cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Olympia.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Olympia
A table of studio rental data trends in Olympia
MonthMedian Rent
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
April 2026$1,238
May 2026$1,252
June 2026$1,295
July 2026$1,281
August 2026$1,282
September 2026$1,269
October 2026$1,287

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near 1616 Capitol Way S

Tumwater Virtual Academy

7299 new market st sw bldge e

tumwater, WA, 98501

K-12Public

Washington Connections Academy

111 tumwater blvd se

tumwater, WA, 98501

K-8Public
B-

Ignite Family Academy

411 6th ave ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-8Public

Summit VIrtual Academy

305 college st ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-12Public

Griffin School

6530 33rd ave nw

olympia, WA, 98502

PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Olympia near 1616 Capitol Way S #2

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1616 Capitol Way S #2, Olympia

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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