
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Indigo Apartments

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South End, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South End?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South End Studio Apartments | $1,191 | $995 | $1,435 |
South End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $650 | $3,295 |
South End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,195 | $4,087 |
South End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $1,994 | $2,499 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Indigo Apartments priced from $995. Cascade Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Indigo Apartments | Studio (S1) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, WA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Crown Pointe Apartments in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 2 BED 1 BATH Model at Valley Vista starting at $1,630 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Crown Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Briarstone | 2/1 950sf | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Aero Apartments | Altitude | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Park Green Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
The Thomas | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Cheyenne Place | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
8402 E McKinley Ave, Unit Apt No 1 | 8402 E McKinley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The Village at SoTa | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth End, Tacoma, WA
Ranked #21
Among neighborhoods in Tacoma, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central 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 rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the South End Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South End?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South End is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South End?
The cheapest apartment in South End is The Woodmark which is listed at $1,090, while the average apartment in South End costs $2,024.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South End?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 49 regular apartments in South End that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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