Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA Under $2,000 (132 Rentals)

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Sixth & Alder
$1,475 - $2,805

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Base Rent$1,475 - $2,805

Total Monthly Price$1,475 - $2,805
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Sixth & Alder

3118 6th AveTacoma, WA 98406
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Aspire11
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$1,323 - $3,498

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Base Rent$1,323 - $3,498

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Aspire11

1011 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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VUE25
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$1,454 - $2,470

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Base Rent$1,454 - $2,470

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VUE25

2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Hanna Heights South
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$1,644 - $3,647

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Base Rent$1,644 - $3,647

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 30

Hanna Heights South

1142 S Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Chelsea Heights
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$1,522 - $2,607

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Base Rent$1,522 - $2,607

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 28

Chelsea Heights

603 S J StTacoma, WA 98405
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Hanna Heights North
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$1,938 - $3,160

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Base Rent$1,938 - $3,160

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 11

Hanna Heights North

415 6th AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

property at 621 N Lawrence St
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

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621 N Lawrence St

TacomaWA98406
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1502 S G St
$1,545 - $1,595

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Base Rent$1,545 - $1,595

Total Monthly Price$1,545 - $1,595
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1502 S G St

1502 S G StTacoma, WA 98405
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944 S Ridgewood Ave
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
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944 S Ridgewood Ave

944 S Ridgewood AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Central

How much are Studio apartments in Central?

There are currently 148 Studio Apartments in Central with rent ranges from $564 to $2,500 with an average price of $1,372.

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 $2,795 with an average monthly rent of $1,671.

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 $5,670. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,211.

How expensive are Central Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 47 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,465 to $4,429 - averaging $2,907 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.