
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (157 Rentals)


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

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Sixth & Alder

Napoleon Apartment Homes

Koz on MLK

Vintage Apartments

Villaggio Apartment Homes

7th and I Apartments
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Pennington Apartments

Koz on Market

Kensington and Lauriston

Tahoma Place

Farrah Apartments: 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Units

The Anderson Apartments

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944 S Ridgewood Ave

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit D301

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit C402

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit E301
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612 S 18th St, Unit SI ID1045864P

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612 S 18th St, Unit SI ID1045863P

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit D402

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1805 S Yakima Ave, Unit SI ID1045869P

1925 S I St, Unit B301

2330 Yakima Ct, Unit D101

415 St Helens Ave

2330 Yakima Ct

2108 S J St

The Roberson
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609 S 15th St

Downtown Tacoma 5-Plex

Smith Apartments

Thornburg Apartments

Bungalow Court

805 S Ainsworth Rd

616 S G St

914-916 S 13th St

Bergonian Apartments

811-813 S 11th St
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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+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 157 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Largest Available Central Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central area of Tacoma, WA is found at Met Spires and is listed at 645 square feet priced from $1,643. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met Spires | Studio 645 | 645 Sq Ft | $1,643 |
| The Camden | S16 | 592 Sq Ft | $1,790 |
| Aspire11 | Open 1x1 E | 543 Sq Ft | $1,663 |
| Villaggio Apartment Homes | Studio | 512 Sq Ft | $1,267 |
| The Olympic Apartments | Studio | 504 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
| Farrah Apartments: 1 & 2 Bedroom Renovated Units | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Park Tower Apartments | Harborside 05' Remodel | 500 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| Vintage Apartments | 0.1.I | 482 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Napoleon Apartment Homes | Studio | 419 Sq Ft | $1,310 |
| Kensington and Lauriston | Studio - Fully Renovated | 312 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Central Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central of Tacoma, WA is the Small Studio Model starting from $965 at The Carlton. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central is currently $1,358. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Carlton | Small Studio | $965 |
| Koz on MLK | Studio-M1 | $999 |
| Landmark Court | Studio A | $1,020 |
| Kensington and Lauriston | Studio - Fully Renovated | $1,050 |
| Uptown 7 Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,099 |
| Vintage Apartments | 0x1.D | $1,100 |
| Pennington Apartments | Studio | $1,100 |
| AV Lofts | ADA Studio A | $1,112 |
| Koz on Market | Studio 2 | $1,122 |
| The Anderson Apartments | Studio | $1,195 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central is at The Carlton listed at $965.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central is $1,358.
What is the largest available Studio Central Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central is a 645 square feet unit starting from $1,643 at Met Spires.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article was written based on first-hand renter experiences and common layout challenges identified after move-in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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