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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tacoma, WA

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Apartments Under $1,000

  • 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
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  • A white kitchen with a white fridge, white stove, and white cabinets.
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    4 days ago

    818 S 11Th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
    STUDIO $995
  • a billiards table in a living room with an open floor plan
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    8702 S Hosmer St, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO $995+
    1 BED 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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Apartments Under $1,100

  • a sign in front of a house
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    4005 South Warner Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
    1 BED $1,050+
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    3 BEDS $2,200
  • a large living room with a pool table and couches
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    8820 S Hosmer Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
    STUDIO $1,065+

Apartments Under $1,200

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    Top Rated for Location
    Rent Specials
    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
    65 Units available
    STUDIO $1,134+
    1 BED $1,499+
    2 BEDS $1,892
    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.

  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances and a refrigerator
    59
    Today

    2325 S 96TH STREET, TACOMA, WA 98444
    STUDIO $1,135+
    1 BED $1,227+
    2 BEDS $1,485+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    58
    Today

    3501 Pacific Hwy E, Fife, WA 98424
    STUDIO $1,150
  • 18
    Top Rated for Location
    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
    2 Units available
    STUDIO $1,169
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,875
    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 leather couches and a table with chairs and large windows
    12
    Today

    252 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,189+
    1 BED $1,189+
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
    Today

    7305 8Th Ave Ct E, Tacoma, WA 98404
    1 BED $1,195
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  • A blue couch sits in a living room with a white table and a bar area in the background.
    4 days ago

    29 Saint Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
    1 BED $1,199+
    2 BEDS $1,800+

Apartments Under $1,300

  • A living room with a blue couch and a wooden coffee table.
    14
    Today

    3518 Pacific Hwy East, Fife, WA 98424
    STUDIO $1,215
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a large screen television and comfortable seating.
    Today

    1011 S 11Th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
    STUDIO $1,243+
    1 BED $1,569+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A bedroom with a large bed and a kitchenette in the background.
    18
    Today

    7414 S Hosmer Street, Tacoma, WA 98408
    STUDIO $1,249+
    1 BED $1,695
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
    10
    Today

    908 76Th St E, Tacoma, WA 98404
    1 BED $1,251+
    2 BEDS $1,688+
    3 BEDS $1,950
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    10710 17Th Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98444
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    35
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    1328 Market Street, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,275+
    1 BED $1,529
    2 BEDS $1,895+
  • a living room with a pool table in the center of it
    20
    Today

    1515 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98402
    STUDIO $1,280+
    1 BED $1,585+
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Apartments Under $1,400

  • a living room with carpet and a door to a hallway
    90
    Today

    7508 41St Street Ct W, Tacoma, WA 98466
    1 BED $1,345
    2 BEDS $1,545
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
    8
    Today

    7406 E Mckinley Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,350

Apartments Under $1,500

  • a bedroom with a bed and a dresser
    Today

    2228 E 34Th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
    1 BED $1,400
    2 BEDS $1,650
  • a kitchen and living room with a table and chairs
    40
    Today

    2126 62Nd Ave E, Fife, WA 98424
    1 BED $1,430
  • the living room has a large stone fireplace and blue couches
    22
    Today

    8601 26Th St. W, University Place, WA 98466
    1 BED $1,780+
    2 BEDS $2,025+
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  • the front of a building with cars parked in front of it
    34
    Today

    14103-14107 C Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444
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  • a commercial building with a sign in front of it
    66
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    14209 Pacific Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98444
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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

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $944 and $2,992.

How many cheap rentals are available in Tacoma, WA on RentCafe?

There are 546 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Tacoma, WA were last updated on 21 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average Tacoma, WA cheap apartment size is 678 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Tacoma, WA?

Cheap apartments in Tacoma, WA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Tacoma, WA?

A cheap apartment in Tacoma, WA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Tacoma, WA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Tacoma, WA has never been easier. We feature 376 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Tacoma, WA average. What is a cheap rent in Tacoma, WA? The average apartment rent in Tacoma is $1,751 per month so any rental south of $1,401 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Tacoma, WA rents go as low as $944/mo.

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