Bremerton Apartments and Rentals

Approximately 20 miles west of Seattle, Bremerton is a small town on the Kitsap Peninsula, separated by the Port Washington Narrows channel. Covering 9 square miles of land and 11 square miles of water, Bremerton’s mild climate is one of the many reasons people come to the area. Named as one of the most livable cities in the United States by Money Magazine in 1990, the city has maintained its reputation as a great place to raise a family or enjoy a night out on the town. Bremerton is also home to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, one of the region's largest employers.

Bremerton apartments for rent are near all the resources one may want in a town. From a 36-hole golf course to 2 miles of sandy shoreline, it’s no surprise that Bremerton’s population has remained steady for the past twenty years. According to statistics by the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Bremerton is around 35,000.

The history of Bremerton began in the 1890s after a Navy Lieutenant A.B. Wyckoff purchased 190 acres of waterfront property on Sinclair Inlet. Since the land was so close to the Puget Sound Navy Yard, German immigrant, William Bremer noticed the economic potential of building a city in the area. Bremer, who named the town after himself, arranged a sale with the Navy of 190 acres for $50 per acre. After the town was incorporated in October 1891, it began to develop. During the First World War the city employed more than 5,000 people who worked on the construction of Navy equipment, including a submarine and a dry dock.

Similar to many other towns in western Washington, economic development began with the lumber and timber industries. While the city’s growth was stunted during the 1970s and 1980s, it began to prosper again in the 1990s. Today, Bremerton is rich with business development, city attractions and public spaces.

Apartments in Bremerton are often occupied by employees of the navy base in the area. The Naval Base Kitsap supports the Fleet ballistic missile, nuclear submarines and surface ships. Needless to say, many military personnel and their families make their home in the city.

Bremerton is home to Olympic College and a campus of Old Dominion University, but there are plenty of opportunities for postsecondary education just outside of Bremerton. The University of Washington is located just 15 miles away in Seattle and is a premier university in the area.

In Bremerton, the beautiful scenery and high quality living comes with a slightly higher price tag than the national average. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is 8 points higher than the national average, and food is rated 3 points higher. However, because of the mild weather year-round, the cost of utilities is 12 points lower.

According to statistics by the U.S. Census Bureau, the average cost of rentals in Bremerton is $791.

In Bremerton, residents can enjoy an eclectic mix of art and entertainment. For instance, the town hosts festivals like the Bremerton Summer Brewfest and the Kitsap Wine Festival. The Bremerton parks and recreation department hosts events for the entire family to enjoy, such as the Bremerton Blackberry Festival and Berry Fun Run for kids.

The Gold Mountain Golf Club is one of the nation’s premier golf courses, gaining impressive awards as it has had a long history of providing a championship course to residents of the Northwest. The 36-hole golf course is bordered by hovering timbers offering stunning views at every hole.

The Bremerton Harborside Marina is one of the most beautiful parts in the city. Visitors can enjoy the view of decommissioned navy vessels or take a ride on the historic Mosquito Fleet ferry Carlisle II, which runs between Bremerton and Port Orchard.

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