Cheap Homes for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $700 (5 Rentals)

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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 Chelsea Apartments priced from $1,099. Pacific Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Pacific Crest Apartments0/1 500 '90Studio,1BA$1,195
Koz at the DomeStudio LoftStudio,1BA$1,241

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, WA

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 522 E 32nd St in the in the New Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the 1521 E 38th St Model at 1521 E 38th St starting at $1,950 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Mckinley Hill 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.
522 E 32nd St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.71
1521 E 38th St1521 E 38th St2BR,1BA$2.44
Gibson Gardens1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.16
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsTwo Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.50
Quiet Meadows1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Legacy RidgeLeg Ridge 1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.95
Pacific Crest Apartments0/1 500 '90Studio ,1BA$2.39
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.59
Koz at the DomeStudio LoftStudio ,1BA$3.78

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Eastside, Tacoma, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastside

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastside?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Eastside, WA with pricing that ranges from $941 to $2,800. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastside ranging from $775 to $3,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastside ranges from $775 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,384.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.