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Koz at the Dome
304 Puyallup AveTacoma, WA 98421
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Tahoma Place
1353 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
2909 N 11th St
TacomaWA98406
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Koz on Market
1554 Market StTacoma, WA 98402
5647 S Birmingham St
TacomaWA98409
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Bridgeview Apartments
1121 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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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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Kensington and Lauriston
247 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Bayside Gardens
15 N E StTacoma, WA 98403
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Edgecliff Apartments
1 N BroadwayTacoma, WA 98403
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White Rock Apartments
5416 S M StTacoma, WA 98408
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Chelsea Apartments
3315 McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404
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Indigo Apartments
8726-8736 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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Tanara Villa
6322 N 26th StTacoma, WA 98407
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Baycrest Apartments
501 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Vintage Apartments
518 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Bayswater Apartments
2628-2638 Cascade Pl WTacoma, WA 98466
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Pennington Apartments
702 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405
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The Thomas
7823 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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Koz on MLK
824 Martin Luther King Junior WayTacoma, WA 98405
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$865 - $970
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Cascade Ridge Apartments
8702 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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Westside Estates
922 N Pearl StTacoma, WA 98406
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$635 - $970
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Thea Apartments
7414 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98408
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Safe Harbor Apartments
8820 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98444
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Ash Creek Apartments
1420 112th St STacoma, WA 98444
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The Woodmark
2425 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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El Popo
3228 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98409
501 N E St
TacomaWA98403
4819 1/2-6645 1/2 S Fife St
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Lakeview South
10214 Lakeview Ave SWTacoma, WA 98499
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The Ambassador Apartments
16 N BroadwayTacoma, WA 98403
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Moraine
1402 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Analog Tacoma
411 S 15th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Westmall Terrace Apartments
4720 S Pine StTacoma, WA 98409
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Vista Del Rey
319 N Tacoma AveTacoma, WA 98403
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The Anderson Apartments
616 N Anderson StTacoma, WA 98406
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Community Terrace
5401 S 12th StTacoma, WA 98465
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Crystal Springs Apartments
120 136th St STacoma, WA 98444
8814 Wadsworth St SW
TacomaWA98498
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Jefferson Yards Apartments
409 S 23rd StTacoma, WA 98402
3734 S M St
TacomaWA98418
317 152nd St E
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3218 S Monroe St
3218 S Monroe StTacoma, WA 98409
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The Monroe
3212-3226 S Monroe StTacoma, WA 98409
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The Larson
7645 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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Rainier Gardens Apartments
4201 S Prospect StTacoma, WA 98409
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Kingston Manor
402 N G StTacoma, WA 98403
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Cedar Court Apartments
3005 S 47th StTacoma, WA 98409
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AV Lofts
1942 Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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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 | $1,308 | $612 | $2,820 |
| Cheap Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $612 | $3,375 |
| Cheap Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,000 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,637 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Tacoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,259 | $1,976 | $6,044 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tacoma, WA
Pricing Updated: 03/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Tacoma, WA area range in price from $612 to $23,736 with an overall median price of $3,150. The three Tacoma neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lower Portland Avenue at $999, Eastside at $951, and Mckinley Hill at $999. 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 | $1,650 | $999 | 7 |
| Eastside | $1,750 | $951 | 16 |
| Mckinley Hill | $1,847 | $999 | 10 |
| Hillsdale | $1,861 | $1,050 | 19 |
| South End | $2,080 | $995 | 127 |
| Fircrest | $2,175 | $1,000 | 31 |
| Midland | $2,199 | $995 | 252 |
| P.L.U. | $2,199 | $1,075 | 51 |
| Fern Hill | $2,203 | $1,050 | 33 |
| Parkland | $2,210 | $1,075 | 100 |
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. Bridgeview Apartments in the Theatre District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tacoma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $564 |
| Bridgeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Koz on MLK | Studio-S | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Theodore | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| White Rock Apartments | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Edgecliff Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Kensington and Lauriston | Studio - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Landmark Court | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Indigo Apartments | I.Stu.s1 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA
As of March 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tacoma area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Victorian in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Tacoma apartment is the 5BD/1.75BA - 2,189 SQ FT Model at Lakeshore Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Midland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victorian | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Lakeshore Apartments | 5BD/1.75BA - 2,189 SQ FT | 5BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| S 43rd Townhomes | S 43rd TH 2x2.5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| 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 |
| Northwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Alta Apartments. | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Concordia Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Hideaway at University Place | 2 Bedroom - Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 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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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 Koz at the Dome which is listed at $604, while the average apartment in Tacoma costs $3,150.
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 472 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 $346 which is $2,804 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tacoma.
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