1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA (723 Rentals)

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Aspire11
$1,574 - $2,024
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$1,216 - $3,311

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Aspire11

1011 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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VUE25
$1,426 - $1,761
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$1,383 - $1,761

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VUE25

2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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1202 Pearl
$1,544 - $1,780
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$1,575 - $2,202

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1202 Pearl

1202 N Pearl StTacoma, WA 98406
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The Fairways
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$1,530 - $1,716
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$1,566 - $2,377

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The Fairways

4901 Fairwood Blvd NETacoma, WA 98422
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Sixth & Alder
$1,750 - $2,075
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$1,475 - $2,075

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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 5

Sixth & Alder

3118 6th AveTacoma, WA 98406
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Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 20, 2026

There are currently 1489 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tacoma, WA that range in price from $604 to $3,375. Northeast Tacoma, Stadium District and Hilltop 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
Northeast Tacoma140$1,662$612
Stadium District126$1,625$604
Hilltop118$1,625$612
New Tacoma113$1,650$604
South Tacoma113$1,563$1,095
Central109$1,625$612
Downtown Tacoma99$1,720$604
Theatre District99$1,638$612
University Place67$1,900$855
Midland50$1,375$1,075

Largest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is found at Alta Apartments. in the Midland neighborhood and is 988 square feet priced from $1,400. Hanna Heights North in the Theatre District neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 938 square feet and currently listed start at $2,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Alta Apartments.1x1988 Sq Ft$1,400
Hanna Heights NorthNorth Tower A4938 Sq Ft$2,175
Alder Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom Deluxe (2)913 Sq Ft$1,615
The Meadows1X1 INT - M903 Sq Ft$1,720
VUE25A3900 Sq Ft$1,761
Latitude 471 Bed 1 Bath900 Sq Ft$1,725
The Rigney1 Bed + Den A5888 Sq Ft$2,325
RookOne Bed Den E874 Sq Ft$2,495
5100 Summit1x1 Standard 2nd Floor866 Sq Ft$1,957
Copperline at Point Ruston1F0 Sq Ft$2,361

Cheapest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 20, 2026 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 1BR/1.0BA Model at Bridgeview Apartments starting at $895 in the Theatre District neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tacoma is currently $1,641. 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
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA$895
Westside EstatesWillow$1,067
Dorothy Height ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath$1,067
The Crossings Apartments1$1,099
Indigo ApartmentsStudio$1,175
Crystal Springs Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,195
The Monroe1x1 Income Restricted 65%$1,205
Sundance ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,225
Kensington and Lauriston1 Bedroom - Renovated$1,225

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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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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 $1,641.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tacoma is a 988 square feet unit starting from $1,400 at Alta 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 761 sq ft.

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