Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $795 (74 Rentals)

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property at 406 S 43rd St

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406 S 43rd St

TacomaWA98418
property at 9431 Tacoma Ave S

$900

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9431 Tacoma Ave S

TacomaWA98444

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The Woodmark
$1,090 - $1,245
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The Woodmark

2425 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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Apex
$1,383 - $2,708
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Apex

2424 S 41st StTacoma, WA 98409
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Paddington Place
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$1,395 - $1,495
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Paddington Place

2540 S 42nd StTacoma, WA 98409
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property at 3402 E G St

$1,500

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3402 E G St

TacomaWA98404

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Holiday Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Manor

6819 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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Lincoln Flats
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Lincoln Flats

3815 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98418
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3715 E McKinley Ave
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3715 E McKinley Ave

3715 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404

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South End, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South End area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Cascade Ridge Apartments priced from $995. The Theodore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascade Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
The TheodoreStudio (A)Studio,1BA$995
Safe Harbor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,090
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (B)1BR,1BA$1,090
Madrona Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Pacific Crest Apartments in Tacoma0/1 500 '90Studio,1BA$1,099
Indigo ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Thea ApartmentsStudio (M)Studio,1BA$1,200
The Village at SoTaStudio 480Studio,1BA$1,225
Pacific GardensD61BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, WA

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Aladdin Townhomes in the in the South End neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 2BD/1BA - 960 SQ FT Model at Aladdin Camelot Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aladdin Townhomes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.40
Aladdin Camelot Apartments2BD/1BA - 960 SQ FT2BR,1BA$1.72
The Larson2 x 12BR,1BA$1.72
Olympic Sunset2X1 B2BR,1BA$1.62
Pacific Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.68
The Thomas2 x 12BR,1BA$1.81
Canary Apartments2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.80
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (B)1BR,1BA$1.45
Pacific GardensC71BR,1BA$1.85
Madrona Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.92

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central 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 rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South End is at Cascade Ridge Apartments listed at $995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South End Apartment is $1,090 at The Woodmark.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South End is starting from $1,425 at Olympic Sunset.

What is the most affordable South End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Heights and starts from $2,100.

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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