Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mckinley Hill Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $700 (14 Rentals)

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512 E 34th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

512 E 34th St

512 E 34th StTacoma, WA 98404
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1505 E 38th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1505 E 38th St

1505 E 38th StTacoma, WA 98404
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5-plex
1 Bedroom Apartments

5-plex

812 E 34th StTacoma, WA 98404

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3715 E McKinley Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3715 E McKinley Ave

3715 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404
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Porter Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Porter Apartments

3502 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404
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Salishan Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Salishan Gardens

4401 E R StTacoma, WA 98404
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Mckinley Hill, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mckinley Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mckinley Hill area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Chelsea Apartments priced from $999. 709 E 34Th St Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Mckinley Hill apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$999
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsStudio A INCOME RESTRICTEDStudio,1BA$1,200
Harborview East1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Gibson Gardens2 bedroom 1.75 bath2BR,2BA$2,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mckinley Hill, WA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mckinley Hill area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2 bedroom 1.75 bath Model at Gibson Gardens in the in the Mckinley Hill neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Mckinley Hill apartment is the 1 BR/ 1 BA Model at Harborview East starting at $1,650 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mckinley Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gibson Gardens2 bedroom 1.75 bath2BR,2BA$2.08
Harborview East1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.20
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.35
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsStudio A INCOME RESTRICTEDStudio ,1BA$2.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mckinley Hill, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #33

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mckinley Hill Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mckinley Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mckinley Hill is starting from $1,750 at Harborview East.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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