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Montair at Somerset Hill

$1,492 – $2,472/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 628–1,212 sq ft
  • 34 units available
1704 Barnes Blvd Sw, Tumwater, WA, 98512

As of November 2, 2026, Montair at Somerset Hill in Tumwater, WA has 34 apartments for rent from $1,492 to $2,472/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,492, two-bedrooms at $1,694, and three-bedrooms at $2,269.


Floor plans

Montair at Somerset Hill has 34 units available across 5 floor plans: 2 one-bedroom layouts (628–688 sq ft), 2 two-bedroom layouts (884–951 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,212 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 628 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,492/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
14-101$1,594628Oct 30
14-202$1,494628Nov 16
32-201$1,522628Nov 25
32-301$1,623628Nov 25
10-104$1,527628Dec 31
10-204$1,492628Jan 6

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 688 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,610/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
35-101$1,610688Nov 1
32-103$1,695688Nov 1
09-301$1,640688Nov 3
34-103$1,625688Nov 21
13-104$1,650688Dec 4

B1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 884 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,694/mo

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
20-203$1,729884Oct 31
29-103$1,764884Nov 1
23-203$1,824884Nov 1
24-203$1,824884Nov 1
33-102$1,754884Nov 4
31-302$1,749884Nov 7
19-202$1,774884Nov 7
18-102$1,694884Nov 20

B2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 951 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,833/mo

9 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
19-204$1,847951Nov 1
23-101$1,877951Nov 1
37-101$1,877951Nov 1
33-301$1,917951Nov 1
28-101$1,937951Nov 1
33-204$1,837951Nov 6
27-301$1,872951Nov 21
17-201$1,912951Nov 25
19-201$1,833951Nov 27

C1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,212 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,269/mo

6 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
06-201$2,3871,212Nov 1
41-101$2,4721,212Nov 1
40-301$2,3621,212Nov 3
06-101$2,3871,212Nov 7
02-103$2,4321,212Nov 14
05-102$2,2691,212Nov 19

See all 36 units listed at Montair at Somerset Hill, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Montair at Somerset Hill, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,726 a month all-in: $1,492 rent and an estimated $234 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,000 and a three-bedroom at about $2,670.

All-in from$1,726/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Montair at Somerset Hill takes about $53,712 a year for a one-bedroom, $60,984 for a two-bedroom, and $81,684 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,726 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $71,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,726/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$71,600/yr

Income to qualify

$53,712/yr

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Rent history

Over the past 30 days, the average asking rent at Montair at Somerset Hill has ranged from $1,834 to $1,888. The current average is $1,879, down $8 (0.4%) from $1,888 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (10 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,492 – $2,472/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 6

Amenities

Montair at Somerset Hill has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 28 amenities, including fitness center and stainless steel appliance package.

  • Bbq Grills

  • Breed Restrictions Apply.

  • Carports

  • City View

  • Clubhouse

  • Fire Pit

  • Fireplace

  • Fitness Center

  • Garages

  • Greenbelt View

  • Hot Tub

  • Internet

  • Maximum Of 2 Pets Per Home

  • Monthly Pet Rent $25 Per Pet

  • Mountain And Puget Sound Views

  • Mountain View

  • No Weight Limit!

  • One-Time Non-Refundable Pet Fee $250 Per Pet

  • Online Rent Payments

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • Playground

  • Refundable Pet Deposit $250 Per Pet

  • Smoke-Free Community

  • Spacious Walk-In Closets In Select Apartments

  • Stainless Steel Appliance Package

  • Storage

  • Two Swimming Pools

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Gym

Location

1704 Barnes Blvd Sw, Tumwater, WA, 98512


Resident reviews

Montair at Somerset Hill has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (5.0) and maintenance (4.7) highest and building quality (3.3) lowest.

4.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Maintenance4.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.9
Building Quality3.3
Location5.0
Overall100 reviews

Montair at Somerset Hill receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 90% of reviews rating the property favorably. Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team, helpful leasing and office staff, spacious well-maintained units, and quality amenities including pools, gym, and convenient location. Common concerns among negative reviews include thin walls between units, vehicle security issues, noise from grounds maintenance, and occasional billing discrepancies at move-out.

Management and office staff receive consistently positive feedback for responsiveness, professionalism, and genuine care toward residents, with particular praise for leasing and front-desk personnel. Maintenance teams are highly regarded for prompt service, quality repairs, and professional communication, typically responding within 48-72 hours. However, some residents report challenges with office accessibility, communication delays, billing system errors, and inconsistent policy explanations, with a few noting difficulty reaching staff during business hours.

The maintenance team consistently delivers prompt, professional service with work orders typically addressed within 24-72 hours. Residents report high-quality repairs across appliances, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues, with staff demonstrating clear communication and thoroughness. A small number of reviews cite concerns about inconsistent follow-up on certain repairs and occasional delays, though these represent a minority of feedback.

Amenities at this property include two pools, a gym, hot tub, BBQ area, and a lounge, which residents generally praise as well-maintained and high-quality. Parking is available without reported issues, and package management uses a digital locker system with valet trash service. However, common concerns include thin walls affecting noise levels between units, occasional pool closures, and inconsistent grounds maintenance with instances of trash accumulation.

Residents report mixed experiences with building quality. Noise insulation is a consistent concern, with thin walls and floors allowing sound transmission between units. Maintenance and grounds upkeep are generally responsive, though some residents note issues with window condition, finishes durability, and equipment reliability. Cleanliness standards vary, with reports of well-maintained common areas alongside occasional issues with trash management and pest activity.

Residents consistently praise the property's location near downtown Olympia, shops, and local colleges, with convenient 5-10 minute access to amenities. Parking is reliable and abundant, and the nearby park offers scenic views. The location provides excellent value relative to space and proximity to employment and shopping areas. Sound insulation between units is a recurring concern, particularly for ground and lower-floor residents.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Montair at Somerset Hill is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

About this property

<p>Tucked within a peaceful, tree-lined community just blocks from historic <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline">Tumwater Falls</span> and located within the highly regarded <span class="hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline">Tumwater School District</span>, Montair at Somerset Hill offers spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes and townhomes in Tumwater with convenient access to I-5 and nearby West Olympia destinations. Montair at Somerset Hill boasts stainless steel appliances, elegant cabinets and granite countertops in the kitchen and wood-like flooring throughout, with soft carpets in select bedrooms. You’ll also find a wood-burning fireplace in every one of our apartments in West Olympia. In our pristine community, discover two large swimming pools with spacious sundecks, a welcoming outdoor patio with barbecue, fire pit, and spa, and a modern fitness center with all the cardio and strength machines you need. Looking for apartments in Thurston County? Don’t miss Montair!</p>


Nearby schools

The closest school to Montair at Somerset Hill is Tumwater Hill Elementary School, a public elementary school 0.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Tumwater Hill Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.3 mi

Pta Kid Time Child Care Center-Tumwater Hill

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Color My World Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Cradle To Crayons Child Care Center Ii

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Michael T Simmons Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Creative Beginnings DC

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Magical Years Child Development

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.1 mi

Hampton Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.2 mi

Esd 113 Consortium Reengagement Program

Public · High
PublicHigh1.5 mi

Tumwater Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.8 mi

Contact & management

Montair at Somerset Hill is managed by Olympus Property. The leasing office's phone number is (206) 401-1081.


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