Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (19 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Tacoma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Tacoma Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $800 | $1,650 |
South Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $650 | $2,193 |
South Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,200 | $2,757 |
South Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $1,659 | $9,590 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Tacoma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Rainier Gardens Aparments priced from $1,125. Welcome to AV Lofts! Beautiful views has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable South Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rainier Gardens Aparments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Welcome to AV Lofts! Beautiful views | Furnished | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
VINTAGE AT TACOMA | One Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
Ellis Apartments | Studio - 287 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
Sunset Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tacoma, WA
As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Tacoma area is the $1.73 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Pine Street Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value South Tacoma apartment is the Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... Model at Allenmore Brownstones starting at $2,075 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pine Street Townhomes | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
Allenmore Brownstones | Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
Merrill Creek | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
The Verandas Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
Hazelwood Terrace | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
3018 S 43rd St, Unit A | 3018 S 43rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
3903 S Tyler St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
401 Bowes Dr, Unit B | 401 Bowes Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Warner Park Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the South Tacoma Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 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 South Tacoma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Tacoma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Tacoma is at Rainier Gardens Aparments listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment is $1,147 at VINTAGE AT TACOMA.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Tacoma is starting from $1,374 at VINTAGE AT TACOMA.
What is the most affordable South Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Merrill Creek and starts from $1,996.
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