Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruston Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

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Ruston, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ruston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ruston area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Tanara Villa priced from $1,250. Vista Del Rey has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable Ruston apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tanara Villa1x1 550-6001BR,1BA$1,250
Vista Del ReyStudioStudio,1BA$1,325
The RubyStudio w/DeckStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruston, WA

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruston area is the $3.44 price per square foot 3D Model at Copperline at Point Ruston in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $4,819. The second greatest value Ruston apartment is the A8 Model at Village on Main Apartments starting at $2,074 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ruston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Copperline at Point Ruston3D3BR,3BA$3.44
Village on Main ApartmentsA81BR,1BA$3.02
Sixth & AlderOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$2.77
7th and I ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/One Bath2BR,1BA$2.73
Tanara Villa1x1 550-6001BR,1BA$2.27
Chelsea Heights1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.81
23 BroadwayAlderStudio ,1BA$3.81
Vista Del ReyStudioStudio ,1BA$3.12
The RubyStudio w/DeckStudio ,1BA$3.91
Proctor FlatsMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$4.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ruston, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #24

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Ruston Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Ruston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ruston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ruston is at Vista Del Rey listed at $1,325.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ruston Apartment is $1,250 at Tanara Villa.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ruston is starting from $1,750 at 7th and I Apartments.

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