Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (21 Rentals)

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Harbor View Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor View Manor

919 S Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Dorothy Height
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dorothy Height

402 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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Webster Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Apartments

623-629 Saint Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402

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Bay Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Terrace

2500 G StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Carlton
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlton

615 S 7th AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Baycrest Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baycrest Apartments

501 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Granada Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

1224 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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The Winthrop
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Winthrop

776 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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Hillside View
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside View

1601 S G StTacoma, WA 98405
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Lauriston Apartments
Studio Apartments

Lauriston Apartments

235 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Downtown Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Tacoma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at the Dome priced from $564. Koz on Market has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,093. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio,1BA$564
Koz on MarketStudio 7Studio,1BA$1,093
Park Tower ApartmentsHarborsideStudio,1BA$1,100
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$1,100
Vintage Apartments1x1.B1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tacoma, WA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tacoma area is the $1.64 price per square foot South Tower C1 Townhouse Model at Hanna Heights South in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Downtown Tacoma apartment is the two bedroom with den Model at Stillwater Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Theatre District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hanna Heights SouthSouth Tower C1 Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.64
Stillwater Apartmentstwo bedroom with den2BR,2BA$2.40
Walker ApartmentsCary Grant1BR,1BA$1.98
The Henry1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.69
440 ST HELENS AVE440 ST HELENS AVE1BR,1BA$2.04
Met Spires1x1 710.21BR,1BA$2.49
VUE25A11BR,1BA$2.21
Park Tower ApartmentsHarborsideStudio ,1BA$2.00
Napoleon Apartment HomesStudioStudio ,1BA$2.56
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Tacoma, WA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Tacoma Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Tacoma Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Tacoma?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Tacoma is at Koz at the Dome listed at $564.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Tacoma Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Tacoma Apartment is $1,125 at Vintage Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Tacoma Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Tacoma is starting from $1,550 at Stillwater Apartments.

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