Longview, WA

14 Apartments for Rent with Parking

Outdoor recreation is king in Longview. The town is fairly bereft of shopping, dining, and nightlife attractions, so for big city amenities, you’ll have to commute the 50-or-so miles to Portland. However, Longview is the gateway to Mount Saint Helens, so both you and the local economy benefit from this proximity. Additionally, the City of Longview has several well-maintained parks with dog friendly hiking and biking trails, including the popular Lake Sacajawea Park.

The Cowlitz River separates Longview from Kelso. The city center and industrial park are both located along the Cowlitz. However, some luxury townhomes and condominiums have recently gone up along the riverfront. These buildings frequently have studio apartments and furnished apartments for rent, as well as tons of amenities, such as a gym, swimming pool, and clubhouse. Two bedroom apartments for rent in these buildings are fairly expensive, typically going for $1,300 - $1,700.

Outside of the new development in the city center, you’ll find most of the best housing in the northwest portion of town near the Coal Creek and Longview Heights communities. Here, there are many apartments for rent, as well as rental homes. The southwest portion of town also has some inexpensive apartments in, desirable neighborhoods, particularly in the area surrounding Lake Sacajawea. These neighborhoods tend to be quieter and more suburban in feel. Two bedroom rental properties here generally range from $500 - $700.

Pet friendly apartments will vary by owner and location. For instance, several of the new riverfront developments allow cats and small dogs, while rental homes in the northwest are less inclined to allow pets. It’s not impossible to secure a rental for you and your four-legged friend, just allow yourself plenty of time to find it.

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Parking can be at a premium in some cities where spaces are challenging to find. Some Longview apartments offer parking options, either outside in a common area or within a private garage.

Ask about the stipulations around the parking. Those may include how many guests are allowed and where tenants park.

Some apartments may only allow parking in front of your own unit. Guest parking may be in a common area for up to one person.

If parking is scarce, look around the area before you sign a lease. Ample street parking in a neighborhood championed for its safety is probably fine. However, it’s probably not worth signing a lease if it means battling for daily parking for you and your guests.

Research whether you need a city permit to park in the neighborhood. Look into the associated costs and what to do about visitors who need parking.

Some tenants prefer garage parking near their units. However, an open-air lot may prove cheaper.

Keep in mind that the cost of wear and tear from parking outside can add up. It may be less expensive, in the long run, to look for an apartment with garage parking.