Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (26 Rentals)

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804 74th St E
2 Bedroom Apartments

804 74th St E

804 74th St ETacoma, WA 98404

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1014 76th St E
2 Bedroom Apartments

1014 76th St E

1014 76th St ETacoma, WA 98404
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916 75th St E
2 Bedroom Apartments

916 75th St E

916 75th St ETacoma, WA 98404
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7444 S Bell St
Studio Apartments

7444 S Bell St

7444 S Bell StTacoma, WA 98408

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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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Gibson Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gibson Gardens

5001 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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Legacy Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Ridge

901 E 72nd StTacoma, WA 98404
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Swan Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Swan Apartments

7835 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408

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5401 Pacific Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5401 Pacific Ave

5401 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408

Hillsdale, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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 Madrona Apartments priced from $1,095. Sage Collection has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Madrona Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Sage Collection1 Bedroom 1 Bath Olympic Village1BR,1BA$1,195
Fairmont Park Apartments1X11BR,1BA$1,375
Quiet Meadows1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,395
Pacific Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,450
The Larson2 x 12BR,1BA$1,599
The Thomas2 x 12BR,1BA$1,599
The Crosby2 x 22BR,2BA$1,625
Legacy RidgeLeg Ridge 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, WA

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale area is the $1.65 price per square foot 3 x 2 Model at The Crosby in the in the Midland neighborhood starting from $1,859. The second greatest value Hillsdale apartment is the 2 x 1 Model at The Larson starting at $1,599 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Crosby3 x 23BR,2BA$1.65
The Larson2 x 12BR,1BA$1.72
Legacy RidgeLeg Ridge 2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.95
Pacific Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.68
The Thomas2 x 12BR,1BA$1.90
Fairmont Park Apartments1X11BR,1BA$2.28
Madrona Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.92
Sage Collection1 Bedroom 1 Bath Olympic Village1BR,1BA$2.23
Quiet Meadows1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.74

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Hillsdale, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #25

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsdale Apartment is $1,095 at Madrona 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 $1,450 at Pacific Manor Apartments.

What is the most affordable Hillsdale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillsdale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Crosby and starts from $1,859.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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