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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Tacoma, WA

37 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - 1407 S 9th St
    4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,825
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,825
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,825

    1407 S 9th St

    1407 S 9th St, Tacoma, WA 98405
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  2. Building Photo - 608 N I St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    608 N I St Unit 608B

    608 N I St, Tacoma, WA 98403
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  3. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $5,325
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,325
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,325

    34426 10th Ave SW

    34426 10th Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023
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  4. Building Photo - 10430 13th Avenue Ct E
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    10430 13th Avenue Ct E

    10430 13th Avenue Ct E, Tacoma, WA 98445
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  5. Building Photo - 3601 S M St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,300

    3601 S M St Unit B

    3601 S M St, Tacoma, WA 98418
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  6. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850

    944 S Ridgewood Ave

    944 S Ridgewood Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
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  7. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,860
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,860
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,860

    4005 N 24th St

    4005 N 24th St, Tacoma, WA 98406
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  9. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    6420 27th St NE Unit Top

    6420 27th St NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
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  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900 - $950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900 - $950

    9431 Tacoma Ave S

    9431 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
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  13. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,195
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,195
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,195

    3111 6th Ave Unit Upstairs

    3111 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
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  14. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,795

    405 6th Ave Unit 401

    405 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
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  15. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    2514 S Ainsworth Ave

    2514 S Ainsworth Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405
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  16. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,150

    4021 Pacific Ave Unit B

    4021 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98418
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  17. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    33711 37th Pl SW

    33711 37th Pl SW, Federal Way, WA 98023
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  18. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    705 5th Ave

    705 5th Ave, Milton, WA 98354
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  20. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,295

    410 128th St S

    410 128th St S, Tacoma, WA 98444
  21. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,895

    3929 N Defiance St

    3929 N Defiance St, Tacoma, WA 98407
  22. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,595
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,595
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,595

    1502 S G St Unit 1502 S G ST

    1502 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405
  23. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,550
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,550
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,550

    16007 29th Avenue Ct E Unit 16007

    16007 29th Avenue Ct E, Tacoma, WA 98445
  25. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$750

    1029 S Jackson Ave

    1029 S Jackson Ave, Tacoma, WA 98465
  26. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,050

    5918 Waller Rd E

    5918 Waller Rd E, Tacoma, WA 98443
  27. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,300

    802 N Yakima Ave Unit 3

    802 N Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98403
  29. 4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600

    1312 S 25th St

    1312 S 25th St, Tacoma, WA 98405
  30. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,100+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,250+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100 - $1,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $1,250

    10901 Addison St SW

    10901 Addison St SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
  31. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,795
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,795

    5604 96th St E

    5604 96th St E, Puyallup, WA 98371
  32. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,095
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,095 - $1,145
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,095 - $1,145

    5205 66th Street Ct W

    5205 66th Street Ct W, University Place, WA 98467

Living & Renting in Tacoma

Tacoma at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,496
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Tacoma, WA Apartments for Rent

Tacoma stretches along the shores of Puget Sound with dramatic views of Mount Rainier, earning its historic designation as the "City of Destiny" when it became the western terminus of the Northern Pacific Railroad in the late 19th century. Today, this port city serves as the economic and cultural center of the South Sound region and Washington's third-most populous city. Those looking for apartments for rent in Tacoma will discover diverse neighborhoods to call home, from renovated units in the downtown core near the Museum of Glass to residences in the tree-lined North End and Stadium District, where historic architecture meets modern amenities.

Renting in Tacoma provides access to 700-acre Point Defiance Park, waterfront dining and recreation along Ruston Way, and the city's thriving arts scene anchored by the Museum District and the Theatre District's Pantages Theater. The Proctor and Stadium Districts offer walkable streets with local shops and restaurants, while the University of Washington Tacoma campus and major employers like MultiCare Health System provide employment opportunities. Commuters benefit from proximity to Interstate 5, connecting Tacoma to Seattle and Olympia, as well as State Route 16 for accessing the Kitsap Peninsula. With average one-bedroom rents around $1,482, apartment communities throughout the city offer options for budget-conscious renters seeking Pacific Northwest waterfront living.

Why Tacoma?

  • Fort Nisqually offers a unique glimpse into 19th century life with authentic exhibits and events.
  • Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium features a beautiful setting and a wide variety of animals and exhibits.
  • Tacoma takes advantage of its beautiful landscape with amazing parks, including the 66-acre Tacoma Nature Center.
  • The stunning Museum of Glass features the breathtaking Chihuly Bridge of Glass, inspiring exhibits, and more.
  • Downtown Tacoma’s Theatre District features Pantages Theater, Theatre on the Square, and the Rialto Theater.
  • Schools include the University of Washington Tacoma, the University of Puget Sound, and Bates Technical College.

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Science And Math Institute (SAMi)

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
610 Students
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Fife High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
879 Students
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Stadium High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,571 Students
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School of Industrial Design Engineering And Art (iDEA)

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
420 Students
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Washington High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
997 Students
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Spanaway Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
720 Students
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Mason Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
659 Students
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Columbia Junior High School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
565 Students
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Baker Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
694 Students
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Meeker Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
586 Students
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Katherine G. Johnson Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
559 Students
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Clover Creek Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
630 Students
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Clover Creek Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
630 Students
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Browns Point Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
434 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Tacoma, WA

What are the average rent costs in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent in Tacoma, WA is $1,496.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Tacoma, WA is $1,229.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA is $1,496.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA is $1,815.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA is $2,256.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Tacoma, WA is $2,101.

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