Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (365 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Sixth & Alder
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$1,650 - $2,025
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$1,650 - $2,025
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Sixth & Alder

3118 6th AveTacoma, WA 98406
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Aspire11
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$1,365 - $3,590
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Aspire11

1011 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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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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VUE25
$1,404 - $2,069
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VUE25

2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Chelsea Heights
$1,417 - $2,650
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Chelsea Heights

603 S J StTacoma, WA 98405
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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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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$3,850

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1414 N 6th St

TacomaWA98403
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944 S Ridgewood Ave
$1,850
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944 S Ridgewood Ave

944 S Ridgewood AveTacoma, WA 98405
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2412 S I St
$1,889 - $1,925
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2412 S I St

2412 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Central, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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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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Central, Tacoma, WA

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Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Central Tacoma, WA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have children? Central is now ranked as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the best education resources for the kids to attend available.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with the outdoors is very important. This submarket has a reputation as providing top-rated access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there pets in your life? this part of town has now become known as one of the finest communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central area of Tacoma, WA?

As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 365 available Central apartments priced from $564 to $6,037, with an average monthly rent of $1,703.

How much are Studio apartments in Central?

There are currently 147 Studio Apartments in Central with rent ranges from $564 to $2,203 with an average price of $1,333.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central ranges from $612 to $3,040 with an average monthly rent of $1,656.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central range from $735 to $4,640. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,326.

How expensive are Central Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 45 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,779 to $6,037 - averaging $3,501 for the location.

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.