Cheap Homes for Rent in Hilltop Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,300 (22 Rentals)

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property at 516 N K St

$1,990

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516 N K St

TacomaWA98403

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Cheapest Available Hilltop Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hilltop area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bridgeview Apartments priced from $895. Koz on Market has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $941. Here are the most affordable Hilltop apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Koz on MarketStudio MFTEStudio,1BA$941
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
AV LoftsStudio CStudio,1BA$960
The CarltonSmall StudioStudio,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, WA

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hilltop area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Victorian in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hilltop apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at Christine Apartments starting at $1,495 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the New Tacoma 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.
Victorian2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,1BA$1.09
Christine Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.73
Wright Park Apartments2bed2BR,1BA$1.99
VUE25A11BR,1BA$2.00
Oasis Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.31
North Bay Villa1/11BR,1BA$2.30
Adams Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.40
Dorothy Height ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.09
Pennington ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.42
Bridgeview Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.95

Frequently Asked Questions about Hilltop

What type of rentals are currently available in Hilltop?

There are currently 380 Apartments for Rent in Hilltop, WA with pricing that ranges from $612 to $22,543. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hilltop ranging from $1,375 to $9,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hilltop ranges from $1,375 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,622.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hilltop?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hilltop range from $1,779 to $22,543, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.