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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Shiloh Apartments
1206 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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Vintage Apartments
518 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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from $1,060Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Koz on MLK
824 Martin Luther King Junior WayTacoma, WA 98405
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1223 S J St
TacomaWA98405
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Pennington Apartments
702 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Park Tower Apartments
220 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Central, Tacoma, WA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $1,566 | $564 | $2,954 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $589 | $3,222 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $589 | $3,817 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $1,403 | $5,980 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,760 | $2,650 | $6,870 |
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Tahoma Place priced from $785. Vintage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoma Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Vintage Apartments | 0X1.E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 604 Sheridan | ADA Unit 289 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Analog Tacoma | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,018 |
| Koz on Market | Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Housing Hilltop | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Koz on MLK | Studio-M1 | Studio,1BA | $1,060 |
| Community Terrace | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Pennington Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Ellis Apartments | Studio - 287 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, WA
As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.66 price per square foot Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... Model at Allenmore Brownstones in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Central apartment is the B1 Model at VUE25 starting at $2,228 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Allenmore Brownstones | Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
| VUE25 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Hazelwood Terrace | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| Walker Apartments | Cary Grant | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Lookout | Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 440 ST HELENS AVE | 440 ST HELENS AVE | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Tamarack# | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Drexel Stadium - Miranda 13-Plex | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Housing Hilltop | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Community Terrace | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Central, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central is at Tahoma Place listed at $785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $1,024 at Housing Hilltop.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $1,225 at Housing Hilltop.
What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Housing Hilltop and starts from $1,403.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
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