
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.


The Heron

512 E 34th St

Tacoma Trax

1505 E 38th St

Well-Maintained Tacoma 4Plex - Prime Location
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1447-1453 E Morton St

5-plex

3715 E McKinley Ave

McKinley Terrace Apartments

Porter Apartments

Salishan Gardens
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Sunrise Apartments
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 | $1,724 | $1,099 | $2,699 |
| Lower Portland Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,600 | $1,750 |
| Lower Portland Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,645 | $1,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| 709 E 34Th St Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Portland Avenue, WA
As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Portland Avenue area is the $2.78 price per square foot Two Bedroom B Model at 709 E 34Th St Apartments in the in the New Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Lower Portland Avenue apartment is the Studio Model at Chelsea Apartments starting at $1,099 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 709 E 34Th St Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Chelsea Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
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