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Koz on Market
1554 Market StTacoma, WA 98402
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Koz at the Dome
304 Puyallup AveTacoma, WA 98421
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1353 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Bridgeview Apartments
1121 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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12615 47th Ave SW, Unit #4
12615 47th Ave SWTacoma, WA 98499
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7826 Emerald Dr SW
7826 Emerald Dr SWTacoma, WA 98498
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The Theodore
8801 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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White Rock Apartments
5416 S M StTacoma, WA 98408
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Kensington and Lauriston
247 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Chelsea Apartments
3315 McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404
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Vintage at Tacoma
4023 S Lawrence StTacoma, WA 98409
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Indigo Apartments
8726-8736 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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Pennington Apartments
702 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Vintage Apartments
518 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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$845 - $970
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Cascade Ridge Apartments
8702 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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1223 S J St
1223 S J StTacoma, WA 98405
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Moraine
1402 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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$875 - $1,400
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Koz on MLK
824 Martin Luther King Junior WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Westside Estates
922 N Pearl StTacoma, WA 98406
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Ash Creek Apartments
1420 112th St STacoma, WA 98444
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Safe Harbor Apartments
8820 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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The Village at SoTa
2325 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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$1,090 - $1,225
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The Woodmark
2425 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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$945 - $1,045
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El Popo
3228 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98409
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Thea Apartments
7414 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98408
2037 S 8th St
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The Thomas
7823 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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AV Lofts
1942 Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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$1,000 - $2,950
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The Ambassador Apartments
16 N BroadwayTacoma, WA 98403
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Analog Tacoma
411 S 15th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Ellis Apartments
1909 Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Westmall Terrace Apartments
4720 S Pine StTacoma, WA 98409
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Edgecliff Apartments
1 N BroadwayTacoma, WA 98403
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Heather Court
12712 C St STacoma, WA 98444
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Oasis Apartments
2825-2858 S Delin StTacoma, WA 98402
10510 Bridgeport Way SW
TacomaWA98499
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Crystal Springs Apartments
120 136th St STacoma, WA 98444
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Community Terrace
5401 S 12th StTacoma, WA 98465
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The Anderson Apartments
616 N Anderson StTacoma, WA 98406
2107 S Ainsworth Ave
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Aspire11
1011 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Orion Apartments
29 St. Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402
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The Olympic Apartments
304 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
3572 E F St
TacomaWA98404
317 152nd St E
TacomaWA98445
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Rainier Gardens Aparments
4201 S Prospect StTacoma, WA 98409
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The Larson
7645 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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The Crosby
908 76th St ETacoma, WA 98404
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tacoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Tacoma Studio Apartments | $1,309 | $564 | $3,462 |
| Cheap Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $604 | $6,732 |
| Cheap Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $1,197 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $1,675 | $5,796 |
| Cheap Tacoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,076 | $1,976 | $6,123 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tacoma, WA
Pricing Updated: 02/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Tacoma, WA area range in price from $564 to $12,622 with an overall median price of $3,331. The three Tacoma neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hillsdale at $1,145, Fircrest at $1,293, and South Tacoma at $995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tacoma Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale | $2,015 | $1,145 | 23 |
| Fircrest | $2,175 | $1,293 | 34 |
| South Tacoma | $2,290 | $995 | 230 |
| Frederickson | $2,334 | $1,450 | 38 |
| Parkland | $2,405 | $1,075 | 63 |
| Dash Point | $2,409 | $1,300 | 68 |
| Ketcham Knoll | $2,415 | $855 | 69 |
| North East | $2,449 | $995 | 122 |
| Northeast Tacoma | $2,449 | $564 | 357 |
| P.L.U. | $2,500 | $1,075 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Tacoma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Tacoma, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Terra in the Alderbrook neighborhood priced from $200. Koz at the Dome in the New Tacoma neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $564. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tacoma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $200 |
| Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $564 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| White Rock Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Kensington and Lauriston | Kensington/Lauriston | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Indigo Apartments | I.Stu.s2 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Vintage at Tacoma | One Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA
As of February 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tacoma area is the $1.15 price per square foot 1060 S 86th St Model at 1060 S 86th St, Unit A in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Tacoma apartment is the 4411 76th Ave W Model at 4411 76th Ave W, Unit 3 starting at $1,775 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the University Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1060 S 86th St, Unit A | 1060 S 86th St | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| 4411 76th Ave W, Unit 3 | 4411 76th Ave W | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| S 43rd Townhomes | S 43rd TH 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| Miramar Apartments | 2 BDRM 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Alta Apartments. | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Aladdin Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Bridgewood Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (B) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 Cheap Tacoma Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tacoma?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tacoma is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tacoma?
The cheapest apartment in Tacoma is Bridgeview Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Tacoma costs $3,331.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tacoma?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 542 regular apartments in Tacoma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tacoma?
Cheap apartments in Tacoma have an average cost of $377 which is $2,954 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tacoma.
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