
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Thea Apartments

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VINTAGE AT TACOMA

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South Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Tacoma?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Tacoma Studio Apartments | $1,560 | $1,095 | $2,793 |
South Tacoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $650 | $3,295 |
South Tacoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $1,350 | $3,202 |
South Tacoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,951 | $1,996 | $5,250 |
South Tacoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $2,850 | $3,395 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA.
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Cheapest Available South Tacoma Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Tacoma area of Tacoma, WA is a Studio unit found at Jefferson Yards Apartments priced from $1,130. VINTAGE AT TACOMA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,147. Here are the most affordable South Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jefferson Yards Apartments | Studio_Model_A | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
VINTAGE AT TACOMA | One Bedroom | Age 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Westmall Terrace Apartments | Studio Standard | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Thea Apartments | Studio (M) | Studio,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tacoma, WA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Tacoma area is the $1.29 price per square foot 4311 S Puget Sound Ave Model at 4311 S Puget Sound Ave, Unit C in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value South Tacoma apartment is the 2 Bedroom ,3.5 Bath Townhomes Model at 4033 S Junett St starting at $2,195 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Madrona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4311 S Puget Sound Ave, Unit C | 4311 S Puget Sound Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
4033 S Junett St | 2 Bedroom ,3.5 Bath Townhomes | 2BR,3.5BA | $1.49 |
Merrill Creek | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
S 43rd Townhomes | 2 Bed / 3 Bath | 2BR,3BA | $1.91 |
Alameda West Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
Valley Vista | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Orchard Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.78 |
Trellis on Orchard | Two Bedroom One Bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Paddington Place | Type J | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
The Verandas Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Tacoma, Tacoma, WA
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Getting Around the South Tacoma Neighborhood in Tacoma, WA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Tacoma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Tacoma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Tacoma is at Jefferson Yards Apartments listed at $1,130.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment is $1,147 at VINTAGE AT TACOMA.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Tacoma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Tacoma is starting from $1,362 at Valley Vista.
What is the most affordable South Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Tacoma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Heights and starts from $2,450.
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