Cheap Apartments for Rent in the New Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (28 Rentals)

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Harbor View Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor View Manor

919 S Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Dorothy Height
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dorothy Height

402 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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Webster Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Apartments

623-629 Saint Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402

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Bridgeview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeview Apartments

1121 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Winthrop
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Winthrop

776 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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Bay Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Terrace

2500 G StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Carlton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlton

615 S 7th AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Baycrest Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baycrest Apartments

501 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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Granada Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

1224 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Landmark Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark Court

818 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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Lauriston Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lauriston Apartments

235 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Hillside View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside View

1601 S G StTacoma, WA 98405

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New Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available New Tacoma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the New Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Koz at the Dome priced from $564. Tahoma Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable New Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio,1BA$564
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$950
Landmark CourtStudio AStudio,1BA$995
Chelsea ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$999
Pinnacle PointStudio MicroStudio,1BA$999
Pinnacle ApartmentsStudio-ADAStudio,1BA$1,025
Jefferson Yards ApartmentsStudio_Model_AStudio,1BA$1,080
Ellis ApartmentsStudio - 315 sqftStudio,1BA$1,094
Vintage Apartments0X1.EStudio,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Tacoma, WA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Tacoma area is the $2.20 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Bayside Gardens in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value New Tacoma apartment is the 2x1 Middle Model at Harborview East starting at $1,695 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bayside Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
Harborview East2x1 Middle2BR,1BA$1.99
Walker ApartmentsCary Grant1BR,1BA$1.98
THE MILLEROne Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$2.21
VUE25S3Studio ,1BA$1.81
Pacific Crest Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.89
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.09
Chelsea ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.00
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72
Koz at the DomeStudioStudio ,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
New Tacoma, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #3

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Tacoma. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Tacoma Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in New Tacoma?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New Tacoma is under $1,125.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Tacoma?

The cheapest apartment in New Tacoma is Koz at the Dome which is listed at $604, while the average apartment in New Tacoma costs $3,223.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Tacoma?

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 20 regular apartments in New Tacoma 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 New Tacoma?

Cheap apartments in New Tacoma have an average cost of $130 which is $3,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Tacoma.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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