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Esther Short Commons
555 W 8th St,
Vancouver,
WA
98660
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360-558-3764
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Monthly Rent
$1,335 - $1,995
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Bedrooms
1 - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
544 - 1,237 sq ft
Esther Short Commons
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Welcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today to join our waitlist!
Highlights
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Views
Pricing & Floor Plans
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1 Bed / 1 Bath
$1,335
1 Bed
1 Bath
544 – 674 Sq Ft
2 Bed / 1 Bath
$1,630
2 Beds
1 Bath
767 – 846 Sq Ft
3 Bed / 2 Bath
$1,995
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,237 Sq Ft
1 Bed / 1 Bath
$1,335
1 Bed
1 Bath
544 – 674 Sq Ft
2 Bed / 1 Bath
$1,630
2 Beds
1 Bath
767 – 846 Sq Ft
3 Bed / 2 Bath
$1,995
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,237 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Administrative Fee$0
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Application Fee Per Applicant$44
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Dogs
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One-Time Pet FeeCharged per pet.$300
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Cats
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One-Time Pet FeeCharged per pet.$300
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Surface Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$50 - $60 / mo
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Storage Unit
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Storage RentCharged per rentable item.$0 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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6 - 12 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2004
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160 units/1 story
Matterport 3D Tours
About Esther Short Commons
Welcome to Esther Short Commons, a non-smoking community! Living at Esther Short Commons provides you with all of the luxuries needed~ with retail, eateries, coffee shops, the Farmer's Market, all just steps away! We're less than a minute to Interstate 5 and State Route 14. You can choose from a number of innovatively designed apartment homes. Surrounded by luxurious spaces, sunlight, and wonderful views. You'll find unlimited possibilities to reflect your lifestyle. Discover the many ways to make Esther Short Commons your home. Contact us today to join our waitlist!
Esther Short Commons is an apartment community located in Clark County and the 98660 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Vancouver attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Health Club Discount
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
Income Restrictions
Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.
How To Qualify
Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
| # Persons | Annual Income |
555 W 8th St,
Vancouver,
WA
98660
From its colorful murals to its fantastic river views, Downtown Vancouver stands out as a fun-filled, trendy neighborhood directly across the Columbia River from Portland. The heart of downtown, Esther Short Park, is the Northwest’s oldest park, established in 1853. Like the rest of Downtown Vancouver, this isn’t your typical park – it includes an interactive fountain, a rose garden, and the Salmon Run Bell Tower. The park is the location of a variety of city festivals and events, including the Vancouver Farmers Market and the Vancouver Brewfest.
Explore Vancouver’s frontier past at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and at the Clark County Historical Museum. Downtown Vancouver offers a variety of shops and restaurants along the very walkable Main Street, including local favorites like Thai Orchid, Brickhouse Bar, and Compass Coffee. Catch a movie at the art deco Kiggins Theatre, first built in 1936, or see a live performance at the Magenta Theater.
Learn more about living in Downtown Vancouver
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Vancouver | Vancouver, WA | |
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| Studio | $1,398 | $1,394 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,728 | $1,539 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,399 | $1,714 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,376 | $2,117 |
Amenities
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Health Club Discount
- Key Fob Entry
- Elevator
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Surface Lot Parking
$50 - $60
One-Time
Cat Fee
$300
Dog Fee
$300
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer
Included
Office Hours
360-558-3764
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.9 mi |
Esther Short Commons is within 5 minutes or 1.6 miles from Clark College, Vancouver. It is also near Clark College, Town Plaza and Portland C.C., Cascade Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
250 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
197 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
548 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,143 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
220 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
96 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Vancouver include Delta Park/Vanport, located 2.5 miles from Esther Short Commons. Esther Short Commons is near Portland International, located 11.5 miles or 19 minutes away.
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 7.8 mi |
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Drive: | 25 min | 15.5 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 17.4 mi |
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Drive: | 30 min | 17.9 mi |
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Portland International
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.5 mi |
Time and distance from Esther Short Commons.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Esther Short Commons has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Vancouver-Clark Parks
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Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi |
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Esther Short Park
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Clark County Historical Museum
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Waterfront Renaissance Trail
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Marshall Park (Vancouver)
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.4 mi |
Esther Short Commons has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Vancouver-Clark Parks, Esther Short Park, and Clark County Historical Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 7.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.9 mi |
Esther Short Commons has 3 hospitals within 7.9 miles, the nearest is PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center which is 6.0 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 17 min | 8.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 33 min | 17.4 mi |
Esther Short Commons is 8.2 miles from Portland Airport Air Guard Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp Bonneville Military Reservation.
Esther Short Commons Photos
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Community Lounge
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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3 Bedrooms
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Does Esther Short Commons have in-unit laundry?
Esther Short Commons has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at Esther Short Commons?
Select utilities are included in rent at Esther Short Commons, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Is parking available at Esther Short Commons?
Parking is available at Esther Short Commons for $50 - $60 / mo. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
Esther Short Commons has one to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,335/mo. to $1,995/mo.
Is Esther Short Commons pet-friendly?
Yes, Esther Short Commons welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at Esther Short Commons?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,335 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $53,400 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does Esther Short Commons have move-in specials?
Esther Short Commons is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Esther Short Commons offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! Esther Short Commons offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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555 W 8th St
Vancouver, WA 98660