
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillsdale area of Tacoma.


The Thomas

The Larson

The Bing

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Cascade Court Apartments
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Fairmont Park Apartments

7031 Pacific Ave

804 74th St E

Golden Village Mobile Home Park

Madrona Apartments

7520-7619 10th Ave. Ct E
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1014 76th St E

916 75th St E

7444 S Bell St

5514 Pacific Ave

6831 Pacific Ave

Swan Creek Fourplex
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7843 Pacific Ave S

6830 Bell St

Pacific Apartments

Legacy Ridge

Gibson Gardens

Swan Apartments
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5401 Pacific Ave

1423-1429 E 64th St
Hillsdale, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $1,112 | $1,050 | $1,175 |
| Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $1,225 | $1,525 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,550 | $1,825 |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,944 | $1,725 | $1,999 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsdale area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairmont Park Apartments priced from $1,375. The Thomas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Park Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| The Thomas | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Legacy Ridge | Leg Ridge 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 1702-1726 E 56th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| The Larson | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Crosby | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,699 |
| Quiet Meadows | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, WA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 x 2 Model at The Crosby in the in the Midland neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Quiet Meadows starting at $1,795 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crosby | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Quiet Meadows | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| 1702-1726 E 56th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Larson | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Fairmont Park Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Legacy Ridge | Leg Ridge 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Thomas | 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillsdale, Tacoma, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsdale is starting from $1,545 at 1702-1726 E 56th St.
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