Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North East Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)

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North East, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North East area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vintage Apartments priced from $1,000. Kensington and Lauriston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable North East apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vintage Apartments1x1.A1BR,1BA$1,000
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$1,125
The Orion ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1,199
Baycrest Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,270
The Grand on BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East, WA

As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the North East area is the $1.96 price per square foot C1 Model at Glen Park At West Campus in the in the West Campus neighborhood starting from $2,532. The second greatest value North East apartment is the Residence 3 Model at Align Apartments starting at $2,449 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the New Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Glen Park At West CampusC13BR,2.5BA$1.96
Align ApartmentsResidence 33BR,2BA$2.09
Hanna Heights NorthNorth Tower A41BR,1BA$2.10
Park at Dashpoint ApartmentsSierra 2x12BR,1BA$1.91
Sunset Three Twenty2 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)2BR,1BA$2.14
ReNew Dash PointB12BR,1BA$2.06
The FairwaysA31BR,1BA$2.36
Maplewood1B 1B1BR,1BA$2.01
The Orion ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$2.28
Vintage Apartments0x1.BStudio ,1BA$2.59

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington, including Tacoma. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North East?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North East is under $1,602.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North East?

The cheapest apartment in North East is Vintage Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in North East costs $2,325.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North East?

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 14 regular apartments in North East 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 North East?

Cheap apartments in North East have an average cost of $351 which is $1,974 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North East.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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!