
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Portland Avenue Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $900 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Portland Avenue area of Tacoma.


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512 E 34th St

Tacoma Trax

1505 E 38th St

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Lower Portland Avenue, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Portland Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Portland Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,464 | $1,099 | $1,919 |
| Lower Portland Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $1,295 | $1,750 |
| Lower Portland Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $1,500 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Lower Portland Avenue Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Portland Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Portland Avenue area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Chelsea Apartments priced from $1,099. Harborview East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Lower Portland Avenue apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,099 |
| Harborview East | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
| 709 E 34Th St Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
| 5607 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Portland Avenue, WA
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Portland Avenue area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 5607 in the Mckinley Hill neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Lower Portland Avenue apartment is the 1521 E 38th St Model at 1521 E 38th St in the Mckinley Hill neighborhood starting at $1,950 with a $2.44 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Portland Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5607 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.06 |
| 1521 E 38th St | 1521 E 38th St | 2BR, 1BA | $2.44 |
| Harborview East | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.93 |
| 709 E 34Th St Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.81 |
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Portland Avenue Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Portland Avenue Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Portland Avenue is starting from $1,550 at Harborview East.
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