Cheap Homes for Rent in Salishan Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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Salishan, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Salishan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Salishan area of Tacoma, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Christine Apartments priced from $1,245. AV Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,265. Here are the most affordable Salishan apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Christine Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,245
AV LoftsStudio BStudio,1BA$1,265
The Ellis Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,294
Yakima ApartmentsFirst Floor1BR,1BA$1,295
Alder Court ApartmentsStudio EfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,315

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salishan, WA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salishan area is the $1.44 price per square foot S 43rd TH 2x2.5 Model at S 43rd Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Salishan apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Pine Street Townhomes starting at $2,800 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Madrona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salishan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
S 43rd TownhomesS 43rd TH 2x2.52BR,2.5BA$1.44
Pine Street Townhomes3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms3BR,2.5BA$2.02
Allenmore BrownstonesAllenmore Brownstones - 2355...2BR,2.5BA$1.66
616 S 34th St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.44
Christine Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.02
Rainier Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One and Half Bath w/Garage2BR,1BA$2.06
Garden Villa ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1.94
Cedar PlaceType 21BR,1BA$2.05
Villas at LawrenceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.31
Alder Court ApartmentsStudio EfficiencyStudio ,1BA$2.43

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Salishan, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salishan

What type of rentals are currently available in Salishan?

There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in Salishan, WA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,044. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salishan ranging from $1,000 to $5,399.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salishan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salishan ranges from $1,000 to $5,399 with an average monthly rent of $2,078.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Salishan?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Salishan range from $1,000 to $6,044, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $5,399. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,850.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.