1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA (647 Rentals)

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Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 2680 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tacoma, WA that range in price from $704 to $4,934. Central, Stadium District and Theatre District are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Tacoma with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central314$1,886$704
Stadium District273$1,752$704
Theatre District250$1,799$704
Hilltop242$1,752$704
Northeast Tacoma226$1,786$893
New Tacoma216$1,859$893
Downtown Tacoma203$1,889$893
Sunset Beach140$1,827$991
West End139$1,981$991
South Tacoma122$1,519$1,194

Largest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is found at Garden Villa Apartments in the Madrona neighborhood and is 1,045 square feet priced from $1,645. Rook Apartments in the Theatre District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,024 square feet and currently listed start at $2,850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Garden Villa ApartmentsOne Bedroom with Den1,045 Sq Ft$1,645
Rook ApartmentsLoft1,024 Sq Ft$2,850
Alta Apartments.1x1988 Sq Ft$1,500
ApexMt. Shasta955 Sq Ft$1,576
The Park at Fife2x1 Deluxe890 Sq Ft$1,600
VUE25A10876 Sq Ft$1,724
Alder Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard851 Sq Ft$1,545
Latitude 471 Bed 1 Bath Loft792 Sq Ft$1,650
Copperline at Point Ruston1I0 Sq Ft$2,190

Cheapest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $604 at Koz at the Dome in the New Tacoma neighborhood. The second most affordable Tacoma 1 Bedroom is the Evergreen Model at Westside Estates starting at $991 in the West End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tacoma is currently $1,764. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Koz at the Dome1 Bedroom 1 Bath$604
Westside EstatesEvergreen$991
Shiloh ApartmentsA3 I Street$1,024
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,075
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)$1,090
r268 Crystal Springs Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,095
Pacific Crest Apartments1BD/1BA$1,095
Ash Creek Apartments1X1L$1,100
The Crossings Apartments1$1,100

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Tacoma Overview

Tacoma, Washington is a bustling port city located about 45 minutes south of Seattle. It offers many of the benefits of living in a larger city, but apartments in Tacoma are more affordable. Give this city a closer look if you need a new home.

Why live in Tacoma, WA?

Tacoma may not be as flashy as Seattle, but it has a vibrant city scene of its own. It’s well-known for decorative glass, and the Tacoma Mural Project means that there are over 27 outdoor murals painted by local artists, giving the city a beautiful look and creative feel. Many view the city as a more affordable alternative to Seattle, and the money you save by living in apartments in Tacoma can be better used on the things you enjoy doing, whether that’s going for a night out on the town or heading out for an international getaway from the nearby SeaTac Airport.

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Getting Around Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Tacoma with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Tacoma is at Koz at the Dome listed at $604.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Tacoma is $1,764.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Tacoma Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tacoma is a 1,045 square feet unit starting from $1,645 at Garden Villa Apartments.

What is the average size for Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Tacoma is currently 701 sq ft.

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