
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (3 Rentals)
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Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Tacoma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Tacoma 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $1,800 | $5,200 |
Downtown Tacoma 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,800 | $5,800 | $5,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tacoma, WA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tacoma area is the $2.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Napoleon Apartment Homes in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown Tacoma apartment is the Cary Grant Model at Walker Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Theatre District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Napoleon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
Walker Apartments | Cary Grant | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Hanna Heights South | South Tower A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
The Henry | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
440 ST HELENS AVE | 440 ST HELENS AVE | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Theas Landing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.66 |
Stillwater Apartments | one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Park Tower Apartments | Harborside | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
VUE25 | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tacoma
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tacoma?
There are currently 132 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tacoma, WA with pricing that ranges from $564 to $5,320. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tacoma ranging from $1,050 to $5,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Tacoma?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Tacoma ranges from $1,050 to $5,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,722.
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