Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $300 (100 Rentals)

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The Fairways
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$1,510 - $2,574
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Fairways

4901 Fairwood Blvd NETacoma, WA 98422
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Albers Mill Lofts
$1,550 - $3,310
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Albers Mill Lofts

1821 E Dock StTacoma, WA 98402
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 612 S 18th St

$2,125 - $2,196

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612 S 18th St

TacomaWA98405

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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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 Analog Tacoma priced from $1,029. AV Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,041. Here are the most affordable Northeast Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Analog TacomaStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,029
AV LoftsStudio CStudio,1BA$1,041
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Vintage Apartments0X1.CStudio,1BA$1,100
Kensington and LauristonStudio - Fully RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,125
The Ellis Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,199
Jefferson Yards Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,200
MoraineStudio AStudio,1BA$1,249
Hilltop ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Pinnacle ApartmentsStudio-ADAStudio,1BA$1,290

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Tacoma, WA

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Tacoma area is the $2.07 price per square foot C1 Model at Ridge & Shores in the in the West Campus neighborhood starting from $2,459. The second greatest value Northeast Tacoma apartment is the Residence 3 Model at Align Apartments starting at $2,275 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the New Tacoma 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.
Ridge & ShoresC13BR,2BA$2.07
Align ApartmentsResidence 33BR,2BA$1.95
Arcadia TownhomesFairwood3BR,2BA$2.14
The Norpoint 8 Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.06
Glen Park At West CampusA21BR,1BA$1.96
Panther Lake ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Junior2BR,1BA$2.16
Park at Dashpoint ApartmentsCedar 1x11BR,1BA$1.98
Sunset Three TwentyA1: 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.94
Stillwater Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.10
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.78

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 a cheap apartment in Northeast Tacoma?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northeast Tacoma is under $1,290.

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

The cheapest apartment in Northeast Tacoma is Kensington and Lauriston which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Northeast Tacoma costs $2,424.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast 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 19 regular apartments in Northeast 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 Northeast Tacoma?

Cheap apartments in Northeast Tacoma have an average cost of $170 which is $2,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Tacoma.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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