
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (6 Rentals)
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Chelsea Apartments
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Eastside, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Eastside Studio Apartments | $1,187 | $1,048 | $1,345 |
Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $999 | $2,351 |
Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,340 | $6,121 |
Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,750 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at the Dome priced from $564. Chelsea Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $564 |
Chelsea Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
5403 Pacific Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, WA
As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $1.95 price per square foot 6400 Pacific Ave Model at 6400 Pacific Ave, Unit 101 in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Quiet Meadows starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6400 Pacific Ave, Unit 101 | 6400 Pacific Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Quiet Meadows | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
Harborview East | 2x1 Middle | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Gibson Gardens | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
5403 Pacific Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Pacific Crest Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Pacific Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Chelsea Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
709 E 34Th St Apartments | Studio A INCOME RESTRICTED | Studio ,1BA | $2.96 |
Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastside, Tacoma, WA
Ranked #27
Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Eastside Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastside is at Koz at the Dome listed at $564.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastside Apartment is $604 at Koz at the Dome.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastside is starting from $1,550 at Pacific Terrace.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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