Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (24 Rentals)

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The Heron
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Heron

1624 E 32nd StTacoma, WA 98404
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Tacoma Trax
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tacoma Trax

415 E 25th StTacoma, WA 98421
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512 E 34th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

512 E 34th St

512 E 34th StTacoma, WA 98404
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1505 E 38th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1505 E 38th St

1505 E 38th StTacoma, WA 98404
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Salishan Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Salishan Gardens

4401 E R StTacoma, WA 98404
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Porter Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Porter Apartments

3502 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404

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5-plex
1 Bedroom Apartments

5-plex

812 E 34th StTacoma, WA 98404
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6830 Bell St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6830 Bell St

6830 Bell StTacoma, WA 98408
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6831 Pacific Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6831 Pacific Ave

6831 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408

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Eastside, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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. Pacific Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio,1BA$564
Pacific Crest Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Bode @ The DomeStudioStudio,1BA$1,245
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, WA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $2.29 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Gibson Gardens in the in the Mckinley Hill neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the Leg Ridge 1 Bed Model at Legacy Ridge starting at $1,495 with a $2.58 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gibson Gardens2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.29
Legacy RidgeLeg Ridge 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.58
Pacific Crest Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.81
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsStudio CStudio ,1BA$2.83
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.59
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastside, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #31

Among neighborhoods in Tacoma, WA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $2,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?

The cheapest apartment in Eastside is Legacy Ridge which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $3,150.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Eastside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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