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Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 03, 2025

There are currently 3882 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tacoma, WA that range in price from $589 to $5,312. Stadium District, Hilltop and Theatre District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Tacoma with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Stadium District343$1,750$589
Hilltop322$1,750$589
Theatre District322$1,782$589
Central319$1,795$589
Northeast Tacoma252$1,750$700
Salishan232$1,750$1,200
Lincoln230$1,778$604
New Tacoma230$1,824$604
Eastside224$1,782$604
Downtown Tacoma170$1,790$604

Largest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is found at Albers Mill Lofts in the Theatre District neighborhood and is 1,086 square feet priced from $3,722. Rook Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,024 square feet and currently listed start at $2,850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Albers Mill LoftsA231,086 Sq Ft$3,722
Rook ApartmentsLoft1,024 Sq Ft$2,850
Alta Apartments.1x1988 Sq Ft$1,500
Aspire111BR 1BA + DEN B985 Sq Ft$2,471
LAK-105061bd-1ba950 Sq Ft$1,150
5100 Summit1x1 2nd Floor Deluxe918 Sq Ft$1,987
The Meadows1X1 INT - M903 Sq Ft$1,649
Latitude 471 Bed 1 Bath Loft792 Sq Ft$1,650
Copperline at Point Ruston1P0 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is the Evergreen Model starting from $991 at Westside Estates in the West End neighborhood. The second most affordable Tacoma 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Annobee Apartments starting at $1,075 in the Theatre District neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tacoma is currently $1,876. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Westside EstatesEvergreen$991
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,075
Ash Creek Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,075
The Crossings Apartments1$1,080
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)$1,090
Red Maple Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,099
VINTAGE AT TACOMAOne Bedroom | Age 55+$1,147
LAK-105061bd-1ba GF$1,150
Morningtree Park1B 1B Small$1,185
The Summit ApartmentsAffordable 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment in Tacoma, WA$1,187

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Tacoma Overview

Tacoma, Washington is a bustling port city located about 45 minutes south of Seattle. It offers many of the benefits of living in a larger city, but apartments in Tacoma are more affordable. Give this city a closer look if you need a new home.

Why live in Tacoma, WA?

Tacoma may not be as flashy as Seattle, but it has a vibrant city scene of its own. It’s well-known for decorative glass, and the Tacoma Mural Project means that there are over 27 outdoor murals painted by local artists, giving the city a beautiful look and creative feel. Many view the city as a more affordable alternative to Seattle, and the money you save by living in apartments in Tacoma can be better used on the things you enjoy doing, whether that’s going for a night out on the town or heading out for an international getaway from the nearby SeaTac Airport.

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Getting Around Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Tacoma with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Tacoma is at Westside Estates listed at $991.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tacoma is $1,876.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tacoma is a 1,086 square feet unit starting from $3,722 at Albers Mill Lofts.

What is the average size for Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Tacoma is currently 105 sq ft.

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