Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $800 (24 Rentals)

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Kon tiki
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kon tiki

5013 6th AveTacoma, WA 98406

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Highland Crest
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Crest

729 S Vassault StTacoma, WA 98465
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North Highland Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Highland Court

3015 N Highland StTacoma, WA 98407
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Northpoint Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northpoint Apartments

3815 N Pearl StTacoma, WA 98407
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West End, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westside Estates priced from $1,067. Olympic View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westside EstatesWillow1BR,1BA$1,067
Olympic View1x11BR,1BA$1,275
Flamingo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Bayswater ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Narrows PointeE2BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, WA

As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 BDRM 2 BA Model at Miramar Apartments in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West End apartment is the Luxury Townhomes Model at Water's Edge Townhomes starting at $2,895 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Miramar Apartments2 BDRM 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.23
Water's Edge TownhomesLuxury Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$1.93
Lawn Courte ApartmentsManor2BR,1.5BA$1.90
Village at The Pointe Apartments2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.22
Tacoma Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
Narrows PointeE2BR,1BA$1.79
Olympic View1x11BR,1BA$1.59
Carriage HouseOne Bedroom One Bath (Plan A)1BR,1BA$2.37
Trellis Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
Westside EstatesEvergreen1BR,1BA$2.22

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West End, Tacoma, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Washington and customized analysis for Central Tacoma, WA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?

The cheapest apartment in West End is Westside Estates which is listed at $1,067, while the average apartment in West End costs $6,123.

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 28 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 $544 which is $5,579 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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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.

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.