
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Tapps, WA from $1,100 (45 Rentals)
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5406 Mill Pond Dr SE

Mill Pond Apartments

Windsor Park Apartments

8403 Locust Ave E

2824 D Pl SE

Elm Valley Apartments

Sumner Park Apartments

Fryar Flats Apartments
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5606 Parker Rd E

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216 Ellingson Dr, Unit D, Unit D

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224 Ellingson Dr, Unit B, Unit B

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Willow Park Apartments

Palermo At Lakeland

Pacifica Apartments

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Sumner Mill

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808 Ryan Ave

7105 166th Ave E

1817 54th St Ct E, Unit 1817, Unit 1817

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Rainier Meadow

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Hillside Apartments

6401 Hazel Ave SE

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1501 16th St, Unit 1503 16th Street, Unit 1503 16th Street
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2423 Poplar St SE, Unit 2423, Unit 2423

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2417 Poplar St SE, Unit 2417, Unit 2417

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2431 Poplar St SE, Unit 2431, Unit 2431

1813 54th St Ct E

DT086 Squire

Whitworth Apartments

Homestead South

DT093 AWS

Spartan Arms
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O St Apartments

13405 97th Ave E

813 W Main

602 5th Ave NW

Belara at Lakeland

4016 7th St SW

5704 Bonney Lake

2217 95th Ave Ct E

9721 118th St E
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Lake Tapps, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Tapps?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lake Tapps Studio Apartments | $1,494 | $1,375 | $1,650 |
| Cheap Lake Tapps 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,863 | $1,475 | $2,566 |
| Cheap Lake Tapps 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,495 | $3,015 |
| Cheap Lake Tapps 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,697 | $2,200 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Lake Tapps 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,925 | $1,925 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Tapps Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Tapps, WA is a Studio unit found at Windsor Park Apartments in the East Auburn neighborhood priced from $1,375. Mill Pond Apartments in the Lakeland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Tapps apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Park Apartments | The Carlisle | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Mill Pond Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Sumner Park Apartments | 1 Bd 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| O St Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Maple Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Belara at Lakeland | Primo Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| Palermo At Lakeland | Cafe | 1BR,1BA | $1,708 |
| Elm Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath 1715 | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Salmon Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Pacifica Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Tapps, WA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Tapps area is the $1.59 price per square foot Olympic at Sumner Model at Townhomes at Mountain View - Valley Avenue in the in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood starting from $2,811. The second greatest value Lake Tapps apartment is the 15906 Elm St E Model at 15906 Elm St E, Unit 3 starting at $2,350 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Outlying Puyallup neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Tapps apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Mountain View - Valley Avenue | Olympic at Sumner | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.59 |
| 15906 Elm St E, Unit 3 | 15906 Elm St E | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| Cavalla Apartment Homes | 2x1L | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 1501 16th St, Unit 1503 16th Street | 1501 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Pacifica Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Salmon Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Elm Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath 1715 | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| O St Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Sumner Park Apartments | 1 Bd 1 Bth | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Belara at Lakeland | Primo Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Tapps Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Tapps?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Tapps is at Windsor Park Apartments listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Tapps Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Tapps Apartment is $1,500 at Sumner Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Tapps Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Tapps is starting from $1,595 at O St Apartments.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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