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Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA under $1200

140 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA under $1200. 140 Rentals Available
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    a dining room with tables and benches and a kitchen in the background at Moraine, Tacoma, Washington 98402 a bedroom with a bed and a dresser in a room at Moraine, Washington 98402
    5.0
    Today

    1402 Tacoma Ave. S., Tacoma, WA 98402
    4 Units available
    STUDIO $1,134+
    a dining room with tables and benches and a kitchen in the background at Moraine, Tacoma, Washington 98402 a bedroom with a bed and a dresser in a room at Moraine, Washington 98402 a dining area with tables and chairs in a lobby at Moraine, Tacoma, WA 98402 an aerial view of a large building in a city at Moraine, Tacoma, Washington 98402
    Property reviews
    5/5 Maurice C. on Oct 30, 2025

    As new tenants, we are greatly appreciated and happy to move into Marine Apartments in downtown . Tacoma. Staff have been very accommodating and very professional.

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    a small kitchen with a sink and a microwave at Analog Tacoma, Washington a dining room with a table and chairs and sliding glass doors at Analog Tacoma, Tacoma, WA
    4.5
    Today

    411 S 15Th Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
    1 Unit available
    STUDIO $1,169
    a small kitchen with a sink and a microwave at Analog Tacoma, Washington a dining room with a table and chairs and sliding glass doors at Analog Tacoma, Tacoma, WA a bedroom with a bed and a living room with a window at Analog Tacoma, Washington 98402 a view of a tall building from the ground at Analog Tacoma, Tacoma, Washington
    Property reviews
    5/5 Tristan O. on May 7, 2025

    very nice place and accomodating staff. They helped me to process my application and even though I call them for many times to asked questions they are still willing to assist.

    5/5 Corey M. on Nov 18, 2024

    It’s ok it’s not that bad and it’s good for the price.

  • a living room with a couch and a table
    26
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    409 South 23Rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,045+
    1 BED $1,200+
  • the front of a building with cars parked in front of it
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    14103-14107 C Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
  • a commercial building with a sign in front of it
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    14209 Pacific Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • A kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets.
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    3332-3336 Bridgeport Way W, University Place, WA 98466
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances and a refrigerator
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    2325 S 96TH STREET, TACOMA, WA 98444
    STUDIO $1,135+
    1 BED $1,155+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    58
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    3501 Pacific Hwy E, Fife, WA 98424
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a large living room with a pool table and couches
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    8820 S Hosmer Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO $1,065+
  • a billiards table in a living room with an open floor plan
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    8702 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO $1,025
  • a sign in front of a house
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    4005 South Warner Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
    1 BED $1,050+
  • A living room with a blue couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    3518 Pacific Hwy East, Fife, WA 98424
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a wooden table and a television on the wall.
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    8801 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO $995+
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  • A blue couch sits in a living room with a white table and a bar area in the background.
    7 days ago

    29 Saint Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
    1 BED $1,199+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    7305 8Th Ave Ct E, Tacoma, WA 98404
    1 BED $1,195
  • A white kitchen with a white fridge, white stove, and white cabinets.
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    7 days ago

    818 S 11Th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
    STUDIO $995
  • a blue and white sign in the grass in front of a building
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    435 S. Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
    1 BED $944
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with leather couches and a table with chairs and large windows
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    252 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,189+
    1 BED $1,189+
  • A room with wooden floors and a kitchen area in the background.
    1 day ago

    5228 South State Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
    1 BED $699
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator.
    1 day ago

    1105 Lafayette St S, Parkland, WA 98444
    1 BED $725

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  • an apartment building with cars parked in front of it
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    3409 88Th St S, Lakewood, WA 98499
    1 BED $1,195
  • a yellow house with a pine tree in the background
    53
    1 day ago

    2505-2511 98Th St Ct S, Tacoma, WA 98444
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,100+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a refrigerator
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    3615 112Th Street SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,150+
  • A kitchen with a wooden cabinet and a granite countertop.
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    4801 115Th St Ct SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    1 BED $1,095
  • A building with a sign that says "Now On Sale Lavado Mat" is shown.
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    4918 115Th St Ct SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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Getting around in Tacoma, WA

52 /100
Somewhat Walkable
47 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 47

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Tacoma, WA last updated?

Prices and availability in Tacoma, WA were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Tacoma, WA?

The best apartments in Tacoma, WA are: Notch 8 Apartments, Jefferson Flats, Moraine, Pointe East and Analog Tacoma.

What type of rental buildings are in Tacoma, WA?

In Tacoma 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 21% of Tacoma’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 54% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 25% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Tacoma, WA under $1,200

Are you looking for a smart space where you can easily combine comfort with convenience? You will surely find the property that perfectly fits your needs with this variety of options. RentCafe offers you 140 apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA from 25 modern buildings, so you’ll certainly find something suitable for you. If you want to live alone or with your partner, you might want to look for a studio or browse through our selection of 1 bedroom apartments. If you need more space but you don’t want to spend more than necessary on a monthly rent, check out our 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments for less than $1,200, and make the most out of your budget.

Finding the best rental near you

Tacoma, WA is an amazing place to call home, with several rentals under $1,200 for you to choose from. There are many options and filters you can apply to your search to make the process easier and to find your next apartment faster and more efficiently. Asking yourself ‘are there any cheap apartments near me’? With our helpful filters, you can easily find the home of your dreams that also fits within your budget. With rent prices as low as $699 in Tacoma, WA, you can find affordable and appealing apartments that match your requirements. Sort your search by ‘Rent’ ascending to see the cheapest ones at the top of the list. As soon as you find your perfect apartment, make sure to contact the property to check for availability or apply online directly on RentCafe.

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