
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $1,000 (55 Rentals)


Orchard Terrace

Trellis on Orchard

Narrows Ridge Apartments

Abbey Lane Apartments

Boulders at Puget Sound

Scenic Pines Apartments

Hazelwood Terrace

Thirteen Colonies Townhomes

Colonial Park
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The Verandas Apartment Homes

The Alicia Apartments

Boulder Park

Sunset Ridge Apartments

Hiddenvale

Hidden Hills Apartments

Starview Apartments

Sunset View

4419 76th Ave W, Unit 2

Hillside Glen Apartments
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Chambers Pointe Apartments

Valley View

Olympic Terrace

Stonegate Apartments

Park Place

8309 Cirque Dr W

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Alameda West Apartments

Ridgedale Apartments

Boardwalk at University Place

The Hideaway at University Place
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Marketplace Flats

Stonepointe University Place

7834 Custer Rd W, Unit 7836, Unit 7836

SoundWest Townhomes

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Alta University Place

Carriage House

Devonshire Townhomes

Madrona Estates

The Duo

Villaire Apartments
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Bergerson Terrace

Fircrest Wellington Apartments

Castellan West Apartments

Meadow Park Garden Court

Fairway View

Monte Vista Apartments

Fir Park Apartments

Cascade Terrace

Alpine Vistas

Valencia Apartments
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University Place, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Place Studio Apartments | $1,593 | $1,450 | $1,674 |
| University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $855 | $2,915 |
University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,000 | $3,015 |
| University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $1,350 | $3,406 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Place?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Place is under $1,525.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Place?
The cheapest apartment in University Place is Sunset Ridge Apartments which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in University Place costs $2,546.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Place?
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 20 regular apartments in University Place 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 University Place?
Cheap apartments in University Place have an average cost of $261 which is $2,285 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Place.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.