Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Tacoma Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $500 (83 Rentals)

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2368 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Oak Trace Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Trace Apartments

7419 S Verde StTacoma, WA 98409
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Manitou Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Manitou Park

4215 S 66th StTacoma, WA 98409
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Bay Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Terrace

2500 G StTacoma, WA 98405
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TNC Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

TNC Apartments

1919 S Tyler StTacoma, WA 98405
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4312 S Puget Sound Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4312 S Puget Sound Ave

4312 S Puget Sound AveTacoma, WA 98409
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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South Tacoma, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

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 White Rock Apartments priced from $995. Thea Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable South Tacoma apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
White Rock ApartmentsStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$995
Thea ApartmentsStudio (M)Studio,1BA$1,070
AV LoftsADA Studio AStudio,1BA$1,112
Bryn Mar VillageBryn Mar Village 1 BDRM/1 BATH with fireplace1BR,1BA$1,200
The Monroe1x1 Income Restricted 65%1BR,1BA$1,205
Jefferson Yards Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,215
Sundance ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Cedar Court ApartmentsStudio EconomyStudio,1BA$1,250
Scenic Pines ApartmentsEastern Pine1BR,1BA$1,293
The Ellis Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,294

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Tacoma, WA

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Tacoma area is the $1.44 price per square foot S 43rd TH 2x2.5 Model at S 43rd Townhomes in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value South Tacoma apartment is the Allenmore Brownstones - 2355... Model at Allenmore Brownstones starting at $2,075 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the South Tacoma neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Tacoma apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
S 43rd TownhomesS 43rd TH 2x2.52BR,2.5BA$1.44
Allenmore BrownstonesAllenmore Brownstones - 2355...2BR,2.5BA$1.66
Mullen Cove Apartments2BD/1BA - 1,070 SQ FT2BR,1BA$1.49
The Verandas Apartment Homes2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.65
Alameda West Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.82
Viridian GroveThe Cedar3BR,2BA$1.77
Stonegate Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.77
Southern Pines2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.86
Park Green Apartments2/1.002BR,1BA$1.78
Park PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87

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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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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including South Tacoma, Tacoma, and the greater Tacoma area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Tacoma Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Tacoma?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Tacoma is under $1,294.

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

The cheapest apartment in South Tacoma is Bryn Mar Village which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in South Tacoma costs $2,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Tacoma?

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

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Tacoma?

Cheap apartments in South Tacoma have an average cost of $303 which is $2,547 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Tacoma.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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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