Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (315 Rentals)

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property at 3602 S 15th St

3602 S 15th St

TacomaWA98405

Central, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Tacoma, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Central Tacoma, WA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? Central is now ranked as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the best education resources for the kids to attend available.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with the outdoors is very important. This submarket has a reputation as providing top-rated access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there pets in your life? this part of town has now become known as one of the finest communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Central Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Central

How much are Studio apartments in Central?

There are currently 75 Studio Apartments in Central with rent ranges from $564 to $4,627 with an average price of $1,786.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central ranges from $589 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,068.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central range from $589 to $4,898. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,407.

How expensive are Central Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 43 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,779 to $5,320 - averaging $3,123 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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