Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $700 (55 Rentals)

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The Woodmark
$1,090 - $1,225
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The Woodmark

2425 S 96th StTacoma, WA 98444
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3601 S M St, Unit B, Unit B
$1,300
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3601 S M St, Unit B, Unit B

3601 S M StTacoma, WA 98418
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Holiday Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Holiday Manor

6819 Pacific AveTacoma, WA 98408
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3715 E McKinley Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3715 E McKinley Ave

3715 E McKinley AveTacoma, WA 98404

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Bryn Mar Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bryn Mar Village

1721 S 82nd StTacoma, WA 98408
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2616 S 74th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2616 S 74th St

2616 S 74th StTacoma, WA 98409
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Canary Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canary Apartments

7315 S Hosmer StTacoma, WA 98408
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Lincoln Flats
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Flats

3815 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98418
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Pacific Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Gardens

8602 S C StTacoma, WA 98444
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9 Clark Pl
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9 Clark Pl

9 Clark PlTacoma, WA 98409
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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 White Rock Apartments priced from $995. Cascade Ridge Apartments 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
White Rock ApartmentsStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$995
Cascade Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Safe Harbor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
The TheodoreStudio (A)Studio,1BA$995
Thea ApartmentsStudio (M)Studio,1BA$1,080
Chelsea ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,099
Pacific Crest ApartmentsBeautiful Renovated 1 bed By the Bay!1BR,1BA$1,145
Indigo ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Bryn Mar VillageBryn Mar Village 1 BDRM/1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,200
709 E 34Th St ApartmentsStudio A INCOME RESTRICTEDStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, WA

As of May 24, 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/1.75BA - 1,080 SQ FT Model at Blue Bird Apartments starting at $1,695 with a $1.57 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
Blue Bird Apartments2BD/1.75BA - 1,080 SQ FT2BR,2BA$1.57
The Woodmark2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (B)2BR,1BA$1.29
The Larson2 x 12BR,1BA$1.77
Notch 8 Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.80
Aero ApartmentsAltitude2BR,1BA$1.74
Rainier Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One and Half Bath w/Garage2BR,1BA$2.03
Canary Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.95
Bryn Mar VillageBryn Mar Village 1 BDRM/1 BATH1BR,1BA$1.97
Pacific Manor Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.26

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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

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 a cheap apartment in South End?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South End is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South End?

The cheapest apartment in South End is Pacific Crest Apartments which is listed at $1,145, while the average apartment in South End costs $2,010.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South End?

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 43 regular apartments in South End that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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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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.

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