Apartments for Rent in the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA (413 Rentals)

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

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Apex
$1,545 - $2,607

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Base Rent$1,545 - $2,607

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Apex

2424 S 41st StTacoma, WA 98409
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VUE25
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$1,303 - $1,783

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Base Rent$1,303 - $1,783

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

VUE25

2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Paddington Place
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$1,395 - $1,495

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Base Rent$1,395 - $1,495

Total Monthly Price$1,395 - $1,495
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Paddington Place

2540 S 42nd StTacoma, WA 98409
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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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3734 S M St, Unit B
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
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3734 S M St, Unit B

3734 S M StTacoma, WA 98418
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6722 S Monroe St, Unit A
$2,300

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Base Rent$2,300

Total Monthly Price$2,300
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6722 S Monroe St, Unit A

6722 S Monroe StTacoma, WA 98409
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 3712 S Tyler St
$1,900

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Base Rent$1,900

Total Monthly Price$1,900
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 8
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3712 S Tyler St

TacomaWA98409
property at 1725 S 35th St
$2,250

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Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
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1725 S 35th St

TacomaWA98418
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property at 403 CONTRA COSTA AVE
$1,000

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Base Rent$1,000

Total Monthly Price$1,000
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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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

Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Tacoma, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? South Tacoma is a top part of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the best school districts available.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is very important. This area ranks as providing good access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs or cats? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Tacoma

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA?

As of today, September 04, 2026, there are currently 413 available South Tacoma apartments priced from $700 to $5,670, with an average monthly rent of $1,812.

How much are Studio apartments in South Tacoma?

There are currently 87 Studio Apartments in South Tacoma with rent ranges from $895 to $2,159 with an average price of $1,316.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Tacoma Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Tacoma ranges from $700 to $2,505 with an average monthly rent of $1,582.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Tacoma cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Tacoma range from $1,300 to $5,670. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,966.

How expensive are South Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 60 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Tacoma on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,000 to $4,806 - averaging $2,672 for the location.

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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.