
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA from $300 (193 Rentals)
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4001 Tacoma Ave S

2909 N 11th St

Tahoma Place

Koz at the Dome

Westside Estates

Edgecliff Apartments

Indigo Apartments

The Theodore
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Kensington and Lauriston
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Pennington Apartments

Moraine

Vintage Apartments

Safe Harbor Apartments

Analog Tacoma

The Village at SoTa

Westmall Terrace Apartments

The Thomas

Landing on Chicago
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The Anderson Apartments

Heather Court

Miramar Apartments

Park Tower Apartments

317 152nd St E

Rainier Gardens Aparments

Napoleon Apartment Homes

Bode @ The Dome

1301 S 52nd St
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4004 S 12th St

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Cornus House

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Flamingo Apartments
Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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 | $1,448 | $577 | $2,877 |
Cheap Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $650 | $4,949 |
Cheap Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $1,024 | $6,635 |
Cheap Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $1,779 | $8,968 |
Cheap Tacoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,979 | $2,650 | $6,870 |
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Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tacoma, WA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Tacoma, WA area range in price from $577 to $8,968 with an overall median price of $2,975. The three Tacoma neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lower Portland Avenue at $1,295, Mckinley Hill at $1,295, and Hillsdale at $1,175. 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 |
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Lower Portland Avenue | $1,769 | $1,295 | 7 |
Mckinley Hill | $1,850 | $1,295 | 11 |
Hillsdale | $2,000 | $1,175 | 21 |
P.L.U. | $2,045 | $1,095 | 14 |
Midland | $2,047 | $995 | 175 |
Parkland | $2,074 | $1,095 | 29 |
Fern Hill | $2,100 | $1,175 | 20 |
Fircrest | $2,160 | $1,293 | 51 |
South End | $2,195 | $650 | 170 |
Manitou | $2,205 | $1,195 | 31 |
Cheapest Available Tacoma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at the Dome in the New Tacoma neighborhood priced from $564. Tahoma Place in the Theatre District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tacoma apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $564 |
Tahoma Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
Westside Estates | Evergreen | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
Pacific Crest Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Indigo Apartments | Studio (S1) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Koz on MLK | Studio-S | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Shiloh Apartments | A3 I Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
Cascade Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tacoma area is the $1.47 price per square foot S 43rd TH 2x2.5 Model at S 43rd Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Tacoma apartment is the 2 Bedroom ,3.5 Bath Townhomes Model at 4033 S Junett St starting at $2,195 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Madrona 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. |
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S 43rd Townhomes | S 43rd TH 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
4033 S Junett St | 2 Bedroom ,3.5 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,3.5BA | $1.49 |
SoundWest Townhomes | 2bed 1.5bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/2BA - 1,080 SQ FT | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Northwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Cascade Terrace | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Alta Apartments. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Bridgewood Estates Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Miramar Apartments | 1 BDRM 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
The Woodmark | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C) | 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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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 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 $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tacoma?
The cheapest apartment in Tacoma is Koz at the Dome which is listed at $604, while the average apartment in Tacoma costs $2,975.
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 427 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 $257 which is $2,718 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tacoma.
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