Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Theatre District Tacoma, WA from $300 (30 Rentals)

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Harbor View Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor View Manor

919 S Fawcett AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Mercy Rosa Franklin Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mercy Rosa Franklin Place

802 Martin Luther King Jr. WayTacoma, WA 98405
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Webster Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Apartments

623-629 Saint Helens AveTacoma, WA 98402
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Bridgeview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bridgeview Apartments

1121 S I StTacoma, WA 98405
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The Winthrop
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Winthrop

776 BroadwayTacoma, WA 98402
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The Carlton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carlton

615 S 7th AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Granada Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada Apartments

1224 S Yakima AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Landmark Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Landmark Court

818 S 11th StTacoma, WA 98405
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Evergreen Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Manor

2011-2015 S 7th StTacoma, WA 98405
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604 Sheridan
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

604 Sheridan

604 S Sheridan AveTacoma, WA 98405
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Adams Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Adams Apartments

1109 S 8th StTacoma, WA 98405
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Hillside View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside View

1601 S G StTacoma, WA 98405

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Lauriston Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lauriston Apartments

235 Tacoma Ave STacoma, WA 98402
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The White House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The White House

1202 N 7th StTacoma, WA 98403

Theatre District, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Theatre District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Theatre District area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Tahoma Place priced from $785. Kensington and Lauriston has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Theatre District apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785
Kensington and LauristonKensington/LauristonStudio,1BA$950
Landmark CourtStudio AStudio,1BA$995
Vintage Apartments0x1.DStudio,1BA$1,000
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,075
Adams ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Park Tower ApartmentsHarborsideStudio,1BA$1,095
The Olympic ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Koz on MLKStudio-SStudio,1BA$1,100
Pennington ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Theatre District, WA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Theatre District area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at The Legacy Associates in the in the Theatre District neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Theatre District apartment is the 2x2 A Model at Chelsea Heights starting at $2,256 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Theatre District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Theatre District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Legacy Associates3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.41
Chelsea Heights2x2 A2BR,2BA$2.03
Dorothy Height ApartmentsThree Bed Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.50
Bayside Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
Hanna Heights SouthSouth Tower A31BR,1BA$2.05
Kingston ManorTWO BEDROOM2BR,1BA$1.70
604 Sheridan1x1 423 sq ft.1BR,1BA$1.77
Annobee Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.83
Edgecliff ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.17
Tahoma Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Theatre District, Tacoma, WA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington including Theatre District, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Theatre District Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Theatre District?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Theatre District is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Theatre District?

The cheapest apartment in Theatre District is Tahoma Place which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Theatre District costs $3,086.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Theatre District?

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 Theatre District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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