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Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 22, 2025

There are currently 2318 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Tacoma, WA that range in price from $604 to $5,722. Stadium District, Central 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
Stadium District241$1,750$604
Central233$1,799$785
Hilltop226$1,747$785
Theatre District225$1,757$785
Northeast Tacoma215$1,745$785
New Tacoma208$1,802$604
Downtown Tacoma184$1,874$604
South Tacoma100$1,525$1,099
Sunset Beach82$1,736$991
West End81$1,830$991

Largest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Tacoma, WA is found at Rook Apartments in the Theatre District neighborhood and is 1,002 square feet priced from $1,975. Alta Apartments. in the Midland neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 988 square feet and currently listed start at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Tacoma:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Rook ApartmentsONE DEN1,002 Sq Ft$1,975
Alta Apartments.1x1988 Sq Ft$1,500
Copperline at Point Ruston1N957 Sq Ft$2,810
Lakeshore Apartments1BD/1BA - 950 SQ FT950 Sq Ft$1,395
The Meadows1X1 INT - M903 Sq Ft$1,386
Latitude 471 Bed 1 Bath + Den900 Sq Ft$1,500
The Park at Fife2x1 Deluxe890 Sq Ft$1,760
Alder Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard851 Sq Ft$1,545
Canyon Ridge Apartment1 Bedroom 1 Bath850 Sq Ft$1,395
Bayside Gardens1 Bedroom710 Sq Ft$1,895

Cheapest Available Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 22, 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 1 Bedroom Model at Tahoma Place starting at $785 in the Theatre District neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Tacoma is currently $1,711. 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
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom$785
Westside EstatesEvergreen$991
Freiday Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,025
Kensington and LauristonUrban 1-Bedroom$1,058
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,075
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)$1,090
Vintage at TacomaOne Bedroom | Age 55+$1,099
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

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 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 $1,711.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Tacoma is a 1,002 square feet unit starting from $1,975 at Rook 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 682 sq ft.

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