Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,300 (16 Rentals)

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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 $577. Tahoma Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz on MarketStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$577
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$950
Adams ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Koz on MLKStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, WA

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $2.06 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Villaggio Apartment Homes in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $1,923. The second greatest value Central apartment is the 1517 Earnest S Brazill St Model at 1517 Earnest S Brazill St, Unit D starting at $1,400 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Theatre District 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.
Villaggio Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.06
1517 Earnest S Brazill St, Unit D1517 Earnest S Brazill St1BR,1BA$1.56
Orchard Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.97
Walker ApartmentsCary Grant1BR,1BA$1.98
Unionaire2x1 R2BR,1BA$1.95
Chelsea Heights2x1 A1BR,1BA$2.17
The LookoutWillow2BR,2BA$1.94
604 Sheridan1x1 423 sq ft.1BR,1BA$1.80
VUE25A11BR,1BA$2.02
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Central?

There are currently 306 Apartments for Rent in Central, WA with pricing that ranges from $577 to $7,740. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central ranging from $1,395 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central ranges from $1,395 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,586.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central range from $1,779 to $7,740, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,650.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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