Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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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 | $1,058 | $969 | $1,345 |
Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $604 | $2,095 |
Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,340 | $2,250 |
Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,150 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $564 |
Pacific Crest Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
Bode @ The Dome | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
709 E 34Th St Apartments | Studio C | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Gibson Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Legacy Ridge | Leg Ridge 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Pacific Crest Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
709 E 34Th St Apartments | Studio C | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
Koz at the Dome | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastside, Tacoma, WA
Ranked #31
Among neighborhoods in Tacoma, WA 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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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