Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (113 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Central area of Tacoma that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Jefferson Yards Apartments

The Olympic Apartments

Park Tower Apartments

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Aspire11

The Ellis Apartments

The Ruby

Analog Tacoma
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1500 Orchard Apartments

The Grand on Broadway

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VUE25

Community Terrace

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Sixth & Alder

Napoleon Apartment Homes

Koz on MLK

Fircrest Gardens Apartments
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Vintage Apartments

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Hanna Heights South

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Chelsea Heights

Villaggio Apartment Homes

7th and I Apartments

Pennington Apartments

Belle Terrace Apartments

The Lookout

Kensington and Lauriston
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Hanna Heights North

Victorian

Park Manor Apartments

Farrah Apartments: 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Units

Orchard Ridge Apartments

The Anderson Apartments

405 6th Ave, Unit 401, Unit 401

3011 S 8th St

2514 S Ainsworth Ave

904 S Junett

1925 S I St, Unit B103

2355 S State St, Unit 204

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit D301

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit C402

511 S G St, Unit 1

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620 S 23rd St, Unit SI ID1045878P

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit E301

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1502 Fawcett Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID958

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit D402
Central, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $1,358 | $564 | $2,566 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $612 | $3,353 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $735 | $3,725 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,449 | $1,675 | $8,457 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,961 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Most Pet Friendly Central Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Central area of Tacoma, WA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Jefferson Yards Apartments with prices starting from $1,215 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Sixth & Alder scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,475. Here are the most Pet Friendly Central apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Yards Apartments | 4/4 | Downtown Tacoma | $1,215 |
| Sixth & Alder | 3.6/4 | Central | $1,475 |
| Aspire11 | 3.6/4 | Stadium District | $1,300 |
| Hanna Heights North | 3.4/4 | Stadium District | $2,168 |
| The Grand on Broadway | 3.2/4 | Stadium District | $1,289 |
| Villaggio Apartment Homes | 3.2/4 | Downtown Tacoma | $1,267 |
| The Ruby | 3.2/4 | Stadium District | $1,390 |
| Analog Tacoma | 3/4 | Downtown Tacoma | $1,199 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Central
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Central of Central is the Studio - Fully Renovated Model at Kensington and Lauriston, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,050. The second cheapest Central Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio, 1 Bathroom Studio unit at Analog Tacoma starting at $1,199. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Central apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Kensington and Lauriston | Studio - Fully Renovated | $1,050 |
| Analog Tacoma | Studio, 1 Bathroom | $1,199 |
| Jefferson Yards Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,215 |
| Villaggio Apartment Homes | Studio | $1,267 |
| The Grand on Broadway | Studio | $1,289 |
| The Ruby | Studio Standard | $1,390 |
| Sixth & Alder | Studio | $1,475 |
| Fircrest Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom Deluxe | $1,555 |
| Baycrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Fully Renovated | $1,595 |
| Aspire11 | Open 1x1 E | $1,663 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral, Tacoma, WA
Ranked #8
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central, Tacoma, WA
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Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? this neighborhood is known as a good section of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with the outdoors is very important. Central is providing first-class access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there pets in your life? this area is one of the best neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Central?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Central is at Koz on Market listed at $564.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Central Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Central is $1,791.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Central Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Central is a 2,300 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Victorian.
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