New Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA Under $1,500 (53 Rentals)

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$1,349 - $3,676
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1011 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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$1,295 - $1,495
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3825 S Junett StTacoma, WA 98409
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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810 Yakima
Built in 2024Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

810 Yakima

810 Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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South Warner St
Built in 20221 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Warner St

4510 S Warner StTacoma, WA 98409

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Cedar Place
Built in 2022Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Place

4338 S Cedar StTacoma, WA 98409
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Paddington Place
Built in 2019Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paddington Place

2540 S 42nd StTacoma, WA 98409
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The Camden
Built in 2025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Camden

1915 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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3714 Yakima Ave
Built in 20191 Bedroom Apartments

3714 Yakima Ave

3714 Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98418
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T-Town Place
Built in 20211 Bedroom Apartments

T-Town Place

705 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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Pacific Apartments
Built in 20231 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Apartments

7624-7626 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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9 Clark Pl
Built in 2022Studio Apartments

9 Clark Pl

9 Clark PlTacoma, WA 98409
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3715 E McKinley Ave
Built in 2021Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3715 E McKinley Ave

3715 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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4312 S Puget Sound Ave
Built in 2023Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4312 S Puget Sound Ave

4312 S Puget Sound AveTacoma, WA 98409
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Cornus House
Built in 2024Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornus House

2502-2512 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98402
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604 Sheridan
Built in 2023Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

604 Sheridan

604 S Sheridan AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Oak Trace Apartments
Built in 20161 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Trace Apartments

7419 S Verde StTacoma, WA 98409
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Mercy Rosa Franklin Place
Built in 20211 Bedroom Apartments

Mercy Rosa Franklin Place

802 Martin Luther King Jr. WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Tacoma Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Tacoma?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Tacoma is at Koz on Market listed at $564.

How much is the average rent for a New Tacoma Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in Tacoma is $1,741.

What is the largest New Tacoma Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Tacoma is a 1,648 square feet unit starting from $1,685 at Sawyer Trail Apartments & Townhomes.

What is the average size for Tacoma New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Tacoma is currently at 498 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.