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Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tacoma, WA

Pricing Updated: 03/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tacoma, WA area range in price from $564 to $8,696 with an overall median price of $3,087. The three Tacoma neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hillsdale at $1,095, Mckinley Hill at $1,010, and P.L.U. at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tacoma Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hillsdale$2,000$1,095697
Mckinley Hill$2,050$1,010649
P.L.U.$2,074$850563
Midland$2,095$8501543
South End$2,100$6501539
Fern Hill$2,139$1,0901075
Manitou$2,205$1,1451102
Dash Point$2,353$1,300902
Northeast Tacoma$2,367$5646489
North East$2,435$1,1682952

Cheapest Available Tacoma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at the Dome in the New Tacoma neighborhood priced from $564. Ash Creek Apartments in the P.L.U. neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tacoma apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio,1BA$564
Ash Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Westside EstatesEvergreen1BR,1BA$951
Koz on MarketStudio 5Studio,1BA$994
Vintage Apartments0x1.HStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tacoma area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3109 N 21st St Model at 3109 N 21st St, Unit A in the in the North End neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Tacoma apartment is the 7832 S Sheridan Ave Model at 7832 S Sheridan Ave starting at $2,629 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3109 N 21st St, Unit A3109 N 21st St5BR,2BA$1.24
7832 S Sheridan Ave7832 S Sheridan Ave3BR,2BA$1.50
7214 6th Ave, Unit A7214 6th Ave2BR,2BA$1.43
SoundWest Townhomes2bed 1.5bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Northwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
12606 A St S, Unit A212606 A St S2BR,1BA$1.38
Alta Apartments.1x11BR,1BA$1.52
LAK-105061bd-1ba1BR,1BA$1.26
Sandman Apartments1BD/1BA - 936 SQ FT1BR,1BA$1.38
611 N J St, Unit 9611 N J St2BR,1BA$1.52

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tacoma

What type of rentals are currently available in Tacoma?

There are currently 1538 Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA with pricing that ranges from $564 to $8,696. There are also 120 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tacoma ranging from $699 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tacoma?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tacoma ranges from $699 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,549.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tacoma?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tacoma range from $1,403 to $8,696, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,495.

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.

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