
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manitou Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Manitou, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manitou?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manitou Studio Apartments | $1,337 | $795 | $1,625 |
| Manitou 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,225 | $2,500 |
| Manitou 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $1,445 | $2,750 |
| Manitou 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $1,779 | $3,351 |
| Manitou 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,976 | $1,976 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Manitou Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available Manitou Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Manitou area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sundance Apartments priced from $1,225. Cedar Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Manitou apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Cedar Court Apartments | Studio Economy | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Warner Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manitou, WA
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manitou area is the $1.49 price per square foot 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT Model at Mullen Cove Apartments in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Manitou apartment is the The Cedar Model at Viridian Grove starting at $1,779 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manitou apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mullen Cove Apartments | 2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Viridian Grove | The Cedar | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Park Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Valley View | Copalis | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Park Green Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Scenic Pines Apartments | Red Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Tudor Village at the Mall | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Garden Villa Apartments | One Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Trellis on Orchard | One Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Hiddenvale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manitou Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Manitou?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Manitou is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manitou?
The cheapest apartment in Manitou is Sundance Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Manitou costs $2,217.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Manitou?
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 3 regular apartments in Manitou that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Manitou?
Cheap apartments in Manitou have an average cost of $1,321 which is $896 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manitou.
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