Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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Bridgeview Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeview Flats

3302 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98418
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Holiday Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Manor

6819 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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Eastside, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Analog Tacoma priced from $1,199. Moraine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Analog TacomaStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,199
MoraineStudio - Income RestrictionStudio,1BA$1,199
Ellis ApartmentsStudio +Loft - 287 sqftStudio,1BA$1,238

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, WA

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $1.98 price per square foot A10 Model at VUE25 in the in the New Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,734. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Gibson Gardens starting at $1,900 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Mckinley Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
VUE25A101BR,1BA$1.98
Gibson Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.42
The Henry1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.59
7th and I ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/One Bath2BR,1BA$2.73
Westmall Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom Economy1BR,1BA$2.36
Theas LandingStudioStudio ,1BA$2.82
Legacy RidgeLeg Ridge 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.58
Olympic Village - 7305 8th Ave Ct E Tacoma...1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.47
Chelsea Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.88
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastside, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Eastside Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastside is at Koz at the Dome listed at $564.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment is $1,295 at Chelsea Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is starting from $1,700 at 709 E 34Th St Apartments.

What is the most affordable Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Eastside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Analog Tacoma and starts from $2,299.

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