
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $855 (39 Rentals)


1626 Huson Dr

1626 Huson Dr

Bayswater Apartments

Westside Estates

Community Terrace

The Lookout

Tanara Villa
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601 Jackson Apartments

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Spanish Hills Apartments

Narrows Ridge Apartments

Tacoma Gardens Apartments

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Flamingo Apartments

Abbey Lane Apartments
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Pearl Plaza Apartments

Golden Hemlock Apartments

Marine Terrace Apartments

601 Jackson Apartments

TNC Apartments

Mark Twain Apartments

Kon tiki

Outrigger Apartments
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1610 N Defiance St

North Highland Court

The Landing at North 26th

Northpoint Apartments

Highland Crest

Pearl Manor Apartments - 55+ Senior Living

Gage On Sixth

2504 Bridgeport Way W, Unit Unit B

Ridgedale Apartments
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West End, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,420 | $1,310 | $1,575 |
West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $855 | $2,936 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,157 | $1,000 | $3,615 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,748 | $1,625 | $4,944 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,615 | $7,615 | $7,615 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Tacoma, WA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West End?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West End is under $1,465.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?
The cheapest apartment in West End is Bayswater Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in West End costs $7,615.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End?
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 West End 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 West End?
Cheap apartments in West End have an average cost of $331 which is $7,284 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.
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.

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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.
