West Richland, WA

101 Apartments for Rent

West Richland is equidistant to Seattle, Spokane, Portland and Boise! Road trip anyone?

West Richland is a city in Benton County, Washington with a population of 11,811. It's usually grouped together into the Tri-Cities of Kennewick, Richland and Pasco but it is very much it's own kind of town. The city covers 22 miles on the map and you'll find it has a vibrant community and a thriving economy that's mostly based on private industry and commerce.

Moving to West Richland

If you're planning to look for places to rent here, it's good to be aware that there aren't a whole lot of rental units available in the city. It's mostly an owners market because when people come here they don't like to leave! There's also a low vacancy rate for the same reason, but all that should speak to the fact of how amazing it is to live here. Don't let these facts discourage you. With a little time and patience, you'll be able to find exactly the right apartment or condo for rent.

Allow yourself 4-6 weeks to look for rental apts here. That should be sufficient time to see a smattering of places all around town and to get a feel for what is available and what kind of place you want. Are you interested in renting within an apartment complex or do you prefer stand-alone homes? Do you want to find a studio apartment or a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment? Asking yourself these questions before you get started searching for a home will help minimize the time you spend on your hunt.

Now that you're ready to get started looking for apartments, it's a good time to get together all the necessary documents that you'll need in order to rent. Landlords usually require a number of documents to do a background check on you and to make sure that you have a steady source of income coming in and won't flake on the rent. This usually includes a copy of your ID, your bank statements, credit report, pay stubs, letter of employment, references and any other paperwork they might ask you for. Be prepared to produce all of this or, better yet, have it all ready before they even ask! That will make you stand out from the other renters. The other thing that will help you stand out is having your checkbook ready to put down a deposit on an apartment you like at a moment's notice!

Neighborhoods of West Richland

West Richland pretty much has it all and depending on which area you choose to live in, there will be a variety of benefits to living there! Here's a little more info about the different neighborhoods.

Southern Side: The southern side of town is right by both I-82 and I-182 so it's super easy to hop in and out of town if you need to commute elsewhere for work. There are some cool shops and cafes here, like Nikki Jeans, and you'll be right near the picturesque Yakima River.

Downtown: The center of West Richland is the business district where you'll find everything you need to get through life. There are awesome restaurants, like Brick House Pizza and Thai City Restaurant, the West Richland Golf Course, and a couple of shopping centers. It's more populated than other parts of town and is a great place to look for rental units.

North Side: The north side of West Richland is much more rural. You can find properties right near the Yakima River, which snakes in and out of this neighborhoods. There's also the delicious Henry's Restaurants and Tri Teriyaki when you feel like getting out of the house for dinner. It's a great place to look for rental units and if you're lucky enough to score one you'll probably have amazing views of the river and the surrounding countryside!

Living in West Richland

You'll find amazing recreational opportunities, like water skiing, boating and picnicking and there are dozens of beautiful parks and river shorelines where you can enjoy the wonders of nature and get some sunshine and fresh air. It's a charming town and the people here enjoy a very high quality of life. It's also centrally located to many of the northwestern cities, so you're in a hotbed of action and excitement!