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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Patio or deck
  • Professionally managed
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Indoor sports court

Location

205 Carpenter Rd Se, Lacey, WA 98503, USA
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Management

Carpenter Crest

Leasing office

(360) 438-0520

Property Overview

Carpenter Crest offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with an 8.3 expert rating, competitive pricing, and standout features like spacious floor plans, a patio or deck, an outdoor seasonal pool, and an indoor sports court. It is conveniently located, professionally managed, and appealing for pet friendliness, with nearby grooming, supply, and hospital options, plus 10 photos that help provide a clearer look at the property.

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

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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1X1 - 563 SQ. FT.1 bed1 bath563 sqft$1,420 /mo5 units available*WAIVED APPLICATION FEE UPON APPROVAL* Thanks for checking out Carpenter Crest Apartments. We are a locally owned and professionally managed community in Lacey, WA. Carpenter Crest is conveniently located near access to I-5 and close to a multitude of shopping opportunities and dining options. Our 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes are a great value, featuring spacious floor plans. The 2-bedroom floor plan has a patio or deck. Our community features an indoor sports court, outdoor seasonal pool, and secured parcel room.
2X1 - 787 SQ. FT.2 bed1 bath787 sqft$1,650 /mo1 unit availableThanks for checking out Carpenter Crest Apartments. We are a locally owned and professionally managed community in Lacey, WA. Carpenter Crest is conveniently located near access to I-5 and close to a multitude of shopping opportunities and dining options. Our 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes are a great value, featuring spacious floor plans. The 2-bedroom floor plan has a patio or deck. Our community features an indoor sports court, outdoor seasonal pool, and secured parcel room.

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Amenities for Carpenter Crest

Appliances

DishwasherOven
Oven/RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterSauna

Grounds

Basketball CourtsOutdoor Space
Swimming Pool
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Carpenter Crest

HomeApartments in Lacey Carpenter Crest

Thanks for checking out Carpenter Crest Apartments. We are a locally owned and professionally managed community in Lacey, WA. Carpenter Crest is conventionally located near access to I-5 and close to a multitude of shopping opportunities and dining options. Our 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes are a great value, featuring spacious floor plans. The 2-bedroom floor plan has a patio or deck. Our community features an indoor sports court, outdoor seasonal pool, and secured parcel room.


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, Carpenter Crest is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Carpenter Crest 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 Carpenter Crest
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.
Carpenter Crest 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.
Carpenter Crest goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including basketball courts. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Carpenter Crest 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.
Carpenter Crest 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 Carpenter Crest 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.
Carpenter Crest 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.

Carpenter Crest is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 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 Carpenter Crest compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Lacey

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lacey.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Carpenter Crest to be 8% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lacey.

Median rents as of Sep 21 2025.
Lacey
A table of studio rental data trends in Lacey
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,424
October 2024$1,424
November 2024$1,432
December 2024$1,487
January 2025$1,424
February 2025$1,421
March 2025$1,407
August 2025$1,708
September 2025$1,792

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Can I afford to live at 205 Carpenter Rd Se?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,420.
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Schools near Carpenter Crest

Lacey Elementary School

1800 homann dr se

lacey, WA, 98503

K-5Public
B-

Summit VIrtual Academy

305 college st ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-12Public

Ignite Family Academy

411 6th ave ne

lacey, WA, 98516

K-8Public

Wa He Lut Indian School

11110 conine ave se

olympia, WA, 98513

K-8Public

Tumwater Virtual Academy

7299 new market st sw bldge e

tumwater, WA, 98501

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Lacey near 205 Carpenter Rd Se

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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 205 Carpenter Rd Se, Lacey

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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