Cheap Homes for Rent in South End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,400 (8 Rentals)

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3734 S M St

TacomaWA98418

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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 Indigo Apartments priced from $995. Safe Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South End apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Indigo ApartmentsStudio (S1)Studio,1BA$995
Safe Harbor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$999
The TheodoreStudio (A)Studio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South End, WA

As of August 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the South End area is the $1.58 price per square foot 2 BED 1 BATH Model at Valley Vista in the in the South Tacoma neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value South End apartment is the 2 x 1 Model at The Larson starting at $1,700 with a $1.82 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.
Valley Vista2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.58
The Larson2 x 12BR,1BA$1.82
Pacific Manor Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.74
Paddington PlaceType J1BR,1BA$1.85
The Woodmark1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom (C)1BR,1BA$1.45
The Village at SoTaA1.41BR,1BA$2.22
2616 S 74th St1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.96
Aero ApartmentsElevate1BR,1BA$2.19
Pacific Crest Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1.89
Bryn Mar VillageBryn Mar Village 1 BDRM/1 BATH1BR,1BA$2.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about South End

What type of rentals are currently available in South End?

There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in South End, WA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $3,295. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South End ranging from $1,400 to $3,499.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South End?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South End ranges from $1,400 to $3,499 with an average monthly rent of $2,272.

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