Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Beach Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $800 (14 Rentals)

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Valencia Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Apartments

2833 Grandview Dr WUniversity Place, WA 98466

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Sunset Beach, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Beach area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westside Estates priced from $1,067. Flamingo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Sunset Beach apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westside EstatesWillow1BR,1BA$1,067
Flamingo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Hiddenvale1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,325
Sunset Ridge Apartments1x1 Standard1BR,1BA$1,335
Spanish Hills ApartmentsA Place to Call Home!1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, WA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2bed 1.5bath Townhouse Model at SoundWest Townhomes in the in the University Place neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2nd Floor Model at Grandview Apartments starting at $2,049 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SoundWest Townhomes2bed 1.5bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.67
Grandview Apartments2 Bedroom 2nd Floor2BR,2BA$1.78
Alameda West Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.82
Sunset View2x1 Renovated2BR,1BA$1.65
Park PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.80
Stonegate Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.77
Ridgedale Apartments2 Bedroom Deluxe2BR,1BA$1.91
Hillside Glen Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.72
Hidden Hills ApartmentsBlue Spruce2BR,1BA$1.82
Hiddenvale1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.99

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

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunset Beach, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #9

Among cities in Washington for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Beach is under $1,550.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Beach?

The cheapest apartment in Sunset Beach is Westside Estates which is listed at $1,067, while the average apartment in Sunset Beach costs $2,330.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Beach?

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 22 regular apartments in Sunset Beach 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 Sunset Beach?

Cheap apartments in Sunset Beach have an average cost of $260 which is $2,070 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Beach.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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

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

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.