Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ruston Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,200 (10 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. The Ruby has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable Ruston apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tanara Villa1x1 550-6001BR,1BA$1,250
The RubyStudio StandardStudio,1BA$1,375
Vista Del Rey1x1 SM1BR,1BA$1,424

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ruston, WA

As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ruston area is the $3.62 price per square foot C1 Model at Village on Main Apartments in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $4,416. The second greatest value Ruston apartment is the 1L Model at Copperline at Point Ruston starting at $2,717 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.
Village on Main ApartmentsC13BR,2BA$3.62
Copperline at Point Ruston1L1BR,1BA$3.02
Sixth & AlderOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.85
The Stadium Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.18
Vista Del Rey1x1 SM1BR,1BA$2.52
Tanara Villa1x1 550-6001BR,1BA$2.27
23 BroadwayAlderStudio ,1BA$3.81
The RubyStudio - FurnishedStudio ,1BA$5.70
Proctor FlatsMicro StudioStudio ,1BA$4.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ruston, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #27

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 The Ruby listed at $1,375.

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 $2,435 at The Ruby.

What is the most affordable Ruston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ruston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Village on Main Apartments and starts from $4,416.

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