Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hilltop Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (29 Rentals)

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Harbor View Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor View Manor

919 S Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Mercy Rosa Franklin Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mercy Rosa Franklin Place

802 Martin Luther King Jr. WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Dorothy Height
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dorothy Height

402 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402

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Webster Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Apartments

623-629 Saint Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Bridgeview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeview Apartments

1121 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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Bay Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Terrace

2500 G StTacoma, WA 98405
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Baycrest Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baycrest Apartments

501 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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The Carlton
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlton

615 S 7th AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Granada Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

1224 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Evergreen Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Manor

2011-2015 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Winthrop
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Winthrop

776 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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The White House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The White House

1202 N 7th StTacoma, WA 98403

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Hillside View
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside View

1601 S G StTacoma, WA 98405
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Lauriston Apartments
Studio Apartments

Lauriston Apartments

235 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Hilltop, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Tahoma Place priced from $785. Landmark Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tahoma PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$785
Landmark CourtStudio AStudio,1BA$995
Koz on MLKStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,000
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,075
Koz on MarketStudio 7Studio,1BA$1,093
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$1,100
Vintage Apartments1x1.B1BR,1BA$1,125
Cornus HouseDiscover Cornus House: Your New Urban Oasis! OF...Studio,1BA$1,125
Jefferson Yards ApartmentsStudio_Model_AStudio,1BA$1,155
The Grove1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, WA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $1.64 price per square foot South Tower C1 Townhouse Model at Hanna Heights South in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Edgecliff Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Theatre District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hilltop apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hanna Heights SouthSouth Tower C1 Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.64
Edgecliff Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.58
Walker ApartmentsCary Grant1BR,1BA$1.98
Chelsea Heights2x1 A1BR,1BA$2.24
604 Sheridan1x1 423 sq ft.1BR,1BA$1.93
440 ST HELENS AVE440 ST HELENS AVE1BR,1BA$2.04
VUE25A11BR,1BA$2.21
The Grove1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.99
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.86
Tahoma PlaceStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hilltop, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hilltop, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Hilltop Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hilltop Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hilltop?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hilltop is under $1,195.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hilltop?

The cheapest apartment in Hilltop is Annobee Apartments which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in Hilltop costs $3,329.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hilltop?

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 22 regular apartments in Hilltop that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.