Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (107 Rentals)

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property at 1319 S 6th Ave

$1,300 - $1,595

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1319 S 6th Ave

TacomaWA98405

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property at 1711 S 9th St

$1,375 - $1,695

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1711 S 9th St

TacomaWA98405

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property at 802 S 8th St

$1,349 - $1,399

2 Bedroom Rentals

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802 S 8th St

TacomaWA98405
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VUE25
$1,442 - $1,761
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2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Sixth & Alder
$1,450 - $2,075
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Sixth & Alder

3118 6th AveTacoma, WA 98406
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Central, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz on Market priced from $564. Bridgeview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz on MarketStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$564
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Kensington and LauristonStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$995
Landmark CourtStudio BStudio,1BA$999
Pennington ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Vintage Apartments1x1.B1BR,1BA$1,000
Koz on MLKStudio-M1Studio,1BA$1,060
Dorothy Height ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1,067
Analog TacomaStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,138
Miranda Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, WA

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central 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 Central apartment is the Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... Model at Allenmore Brownstones starting at $2,075 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Victorian2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Allenmore BrownstonesAllenmore Brownstones - 2355...2BR,2.5BA$1.66
Stillwater Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.26
Hanna Heights SouthSouth Tower A31BR,1BA$2.16
702 6th Ave, Unit A702 6th Ave2BR,1BA$2.31
Dorothy Height ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$2.11
Christine Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.77
Tamarack Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.86
Miranda Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.68
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.95

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Central, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central is under $1,175.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central?

The cheapest apartment in Central is Bridgeview Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Central costs $7,019.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central?

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 34 regular apartments in Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.