Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (27 Rentals)

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Kensington and Lauriston
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$995 - $1,370
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$845 - $1,220
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$150

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$995 - $1,370
Studio Apartments Available Now

Kensington and Lauriston

247 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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Vintage Apartments
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$1,000 - $1,275
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$880 - $1,155
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$120

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$1,000 - $1,275
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Vintage Apartments

518 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98402
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The Orion Apartments
$1,199 - $1,992
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$1,174 - $1,967
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$25

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$1,199 - $1,992
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Orion Apartments

29 St. Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402
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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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Webster Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Apartments

623-629 Saint Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402
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The Winthrop
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Winthrop

776 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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The Carlton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlton

615 S 7th AveTacoma, 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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Harbor Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Terrace

249-255 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402

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Westboro Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westboro Apartments

32930 1st Ave SFederal Way, WA 98023
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Parkway Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

2206 SW 334th PlFederal Way, WA 98023
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Northeast Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northeast Tacoma Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Kensington and Lauriston priced from $995. Vintage Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Northeast Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$995
Vintage Apartments1x1.A1BR,1BA$1,000
MoraineStudio - Income RestrictionStudio,1BA$1,049
Pinnacle PointStudio MicroStudio,1BA$1,114
AV LoftsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,145
Analog TacomaStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,159
Ellis ApartmentsStudio - 287 sqftStudio,1BA$1,160
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Orion ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$1,199
The Olympic ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Tacoma, WA

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Tacoma area is the $1.51 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at City View Townhomes in the in the New Tacoma neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Northeast Tacoma apartment is the Rogers Model at The Walker Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Theatre District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
City View Townhomes2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.51
The Walker ApartmentsRogers2BR,2BA$1.80
Glen Park At West CampusC13BR,2.5BA$1.99
Align ApartmentsResidence 33BR,2BA$2.09
Greystone Meadows3x2 S3BR,2BA$1.96
Park at Dashpoint ApartmentsCedar 1x11BR,1BA$2.01
Encore Apartment Homes1x1 A1BR,1BA$2.04
Panther Lake ApartmentsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$2.14
620 6th Ave, Unit 1620 6th Ave1BR,1BA$2.04
Maplewood1B 1B1BR,1BA$2.09

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Washington including Northeast Tacoma, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Tacoma Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northeast Tacoma?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northeast Tacoma is at Kensington and Lauriston listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Tacoma Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Tacoma Apartment is $1,000 at Vintage Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northeast Tacoma Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northeast Tacoma is starting from $1,270 at Baycrest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Northeast Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northeast Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Moraine and starts from $2,142.

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