Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North East Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,100 (6 Rentals)

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North East, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North East area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Kensington and Lauriston priced from $1,100. Moraine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable North East apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$1,100
MoraineStudio - Income RestrictionStudio,1BA$1,199
Vista Del ReyStudioStudio,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East, WA

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the North East area is the $2.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Norpoint Village - 55+ Community in the in the Twin Lakes neighborhood starting from $2,630. The second greatest value North East apartment is the 1-Bedroom Den Model at Trouve starting at $1,899 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Jovita neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Norpoint Village - 55+ Community2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.39
Trouve1-Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$2.36
The FairwaysA31BR,1BA$2.47
The Grand on Broadway1x11BR,1BA$3.43
23 BroadwayAlderStudio ,1BA$3.81
Bella On BroadwayStudio 1 Bath S1Studio ,1BA$3.33
Vista Del ReyStudioStudio ,1BA$3.12
The RubyStudio w/DeckStudio ,1BA$3.91
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio ,1BA$3.40
MoraineStudio BStudio ,1BA$4.53

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Tacoma. 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 the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North East is at Kensington and Lauriston listed at $1,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North East Apartment is $1,250 at Kensington and Lauriston.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North East is starting from $1,843 at The Fairways.

What is the most affordable North East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Fairways and starts from $2,159.

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